Design for Three Consoles Decorated with Foliage and Volutes and a Console with a Satyr Head Surmounted by Three Human Figures, Garland and Foliage 1609 - 1660
agostinostanzanimitelli
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, ornament, print
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drawing
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natural stone pattern
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aged paper
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ornament
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toned paper
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water colours
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muted colour palette
# print
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human-figures
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white palette
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underpainting
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men
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human
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This drawing by Agostino Mitelli, an Italian Baroque artist, depicts designs for various decorative elements for consoles. The design on the right features three human figures, foliage, and a Satyr head. The three designs on the left illustrate the intricate details of consoles, including the ornate scrolls and volutes. This design reflects the use of classical motifs during the Baroque period, showcasing Mitelli's skill in architectural and decorative design.
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