Design for an Altar 1700 - 1800

This anonymous design for an altar, dated between 1700 and 1800, is a detailed architectural drawing. It depicts a three-tiered altar with a central panel and two flanking columns. The altar is adorned with ornate carvings, including a central motif of crossed swords and ribbons, as well as two figures, possibly representing saints, standing atop the upper tier. This design, created in the late Baroque or early Rococo period, showcases the intricate details and decorative elements that were prevalent in religious architecture of the time. The drawing, currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistic ingenuity and craftsmanship of the anonymous designer.