Project for a Tomb 1585 - 1605
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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natural stone pattern
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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light earthy tone
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carved into stone
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coloured pencil
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underpainting
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men
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watercolour bleed
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watercolor
This anonymous drawing, titled "Project for a Tomb," is a detailed architectural design for a funerary monument. Created between 1585 and 1605, it showcases a classic, Renaissance-inspired style. The design depicts a grand structure with two columns flanking a central arch, with a kneeling couple in the center. Ornate details, including an elaborate cornice and sculpted angels, suggest a grand monument that was likely intended for a wealthy patron. The drawing's precise measurements and attention to detail reflect the meticulous planning involved in Renaissance architectural projects.
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