Project for an Altar 17th century

drawing, print

architectural sketch

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

muted colour palette

print

colourisation

tea stained

nude colour palette

historical fashion

carved into stone

watercolor

"Project for an Altar" is a 17th century architectural drawing by an unknown artist. The drawing is a detailed plan for an altar, featuring an elaborate design with columns, an arched niche, and a decorative cornice. It is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The drawing is an example of the architectural designs popular during the Baroque period and showcases the artist's skill in representing three-dimensional space through detailed line work.