Acanthus Scroll 17th century

This anonymous 17th-century drawing, "Acanthus Scroll," is a beautiful example of a design study, specifically for an architectural feature. The swirling, organic forms evoke the acanthus plant, a common motif in classical and Renaissance art, and are rendered in delicate brushstrokes that create a sense of movement and dynamism. The artist's use of light and shadow enhances the three-dimensionality of the scroll, suggesting its potential application in a real-world setting. The drawing is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.