Palazzo dei Conservatori, portico, plan; façade cornice, elevation; minor order, cornice; column, elevation; pedestal, elevation (recto) Palazzo dei Conservatori, portal, elevation; section (verso) 1500 - 1560

This anonymous architectural drawing from the 16th century provides detailed plans and elevations of the Palazzo dei Conservatori in Rome. The drawing is divided into two sections, with the left side showcasing various architectural elements like the cornice and the column in elevation. The right side depicts a plan view of the building's portico and an elevation of the portal. This drawing provides a valuable glimpse into the design and construction process of Renaissance architecture, demonstrating the artist's meticulous attention to detail and understanding of classical architectural principles. This type of drawing would have been used by architects and builders to understand the building's structure and to ensure its accurate execution.