Frieze with Fruit, Foliage and Putti Climbing through Strapwork 1560 - 1577

This anonymous 16th century Italian drawing, titled "Frieze with Fruit, Foliage and Putti Climbing through Strapwork," exemplifies the Mannerist style. The design features delicate, elongated forms of putti (cherubs) interwoven amongst a symphony of foliage, fruit, and strapwork. Its small size suggests a study for a larger decorative element, likely intended for a ceiling or wall panel. This detail-rich drawing showcases the intricate ornamentation typical of Renaissance art, hinting at a larger decorative program.