Obelisk Grave Monument, No. 901 / 920 1840 - 1880

This detailed architectural drawing by Alexander Maxwell, titled "Obelisk Grave Monument", depicts a classical design for a funerary monument. The drawing, created between 1840 and 1880, showcases a tall obelisk rising from a tiered base. The base includes a rectangular panel, likely intended for inscription, highlighting the memorial's purpose. The meticulous lines and precise details exemplify the architectural style prevalent during this era. This drawing, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the artistic and architectural sensibilities of 19th-century America, particularly in the realm of funerary design.