Design for an altar 1700 - 1750

This anonymous 18th-century drawing, "Design for an altar," depicts a detailed plan for a Baroque-style altar, likely intended for a church. The drawing showcases the intricately carved design of the altar, featuring ornate pilasters, a winged cherub, and a large, central, blank space that would have held a religious icon or painting. This architectural drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a valuable testament to the ingenuity of anonymous designers during this period.