Design for a Wall Fountain 1550 - 1620

This anonymous drawing from the 16th century is a design for a wall fountain. The central figure is a grotesque, with a tree growing from its head, surrounded by shells. The fountain's base is adorned with a scallop shell and a bearded face. The design was created for a specific location in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, making it a prime example of the artistic ideas of the Renaissance period, and showcases the artists' mastery of decorative elements.