Design for a Palace Façade 1695 - 1705

drawing, print, architecture

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

print

old engraving style

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

arch

pen and pencil

pen work

sketchbook drawing

architecture

This anonymous drawing, created between 1695 and 1705, depicts a design for a palace facade. The detailed rendering showcases the grand scale of the building, with a symmetrical arrangement of windows and a prominent central entrance. The elaborate staircase and balustrade suggest a luxurious and ceremonial setting, reflecting the architectural ideals of the Baroque era. The drawing is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.