Elevation Design for the Entrance to Orti Farnesiani by Vignola 1710 - 1727

This architectural drawing by Pietro Paolo Coccetti (1710-1727) shows a design for the entrance to the Orti Farnesiani, a famous garden in Rome. The design features a grand central arch flanked by two smaller arches, all framed by pilasters and a decorative cornice. Coccetti's drawing demonstrates the classical architectural style that was popular in the 18th century, and is a valuable record of the architectural design of this significant Italian garden. The piece, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, reveals Coccetti's meticulous attention to detail, with its precise rendering of the stonework and its elegant proportions.