Proposal for the Trevi Fountain 1730 - 1732

Luigi Vanvitelli's "Proposal for the Trevi Fountain" is a pen and wash drawing from 1730-1732. It depicts a detailed plan for the iconic Trevi Fountain, showcasing the artist's vision for its architectural grandeur. Vanvitelli's design features a central, arched facade with an intricate sculptural program, flanking the fountain's basin. The drawing's emphasis on the facade's symmetry and the prominent placement of the fountain within its surrounding architecture reflects the prevailing Baroque style in 18th-century Rome.