Design for a Column and Pedestal 19th century
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, architecture
photo of handprinted image
drawing
aged paper
toned paper
homemade paper
yellowing background
photo restoration
natural tone
column
arch
golden font
watercolor
architecture
historical font
"Design for a Column and Pedestal" is an anonymous 19th-century drawing housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The drawing meticulously details a classical column and its accompanying pedestal, showcasing a detailed understanding of architectural design. The intricately rendered design features a smooth, cylindrical column, topped with a decorative capital and adorned with a band of sculpted leaves. The pedestal is also decorated with intricate leaf designs, emphasizing the attention to detail and craftsmanship characteristic of classical architecture. This technical drawing likely served as a guide for construction, reflecting the careful planning and artistic vision that went into creating grand architectural structures of the era.
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