Design for a Sculptural Frame Decorated with Angel Heads, Volutes and Leaves (for a Ceiling ?); Design for a Base Decorated with Angel Heads, Volutes and Leaves 1510 - 1546

This drawing by Giulio Romano, a prominent artist of the High Renaissance, features two designs for decorative elements. The top design depicts a sculpted frame with angel heads, volutes, and leaves. This design may have been intended for a ceiling, as indicated by the title. The bottom design is for a base, similarly ornamented with angel heads, volutes, and leaves. This detailed study showcases Romano’s talent for decorative and architectural elements, demonstrating his mastery of the Mannerist style with its emphasis on intricate and complex ornamentation.