Cortile del Belvedere, Upper Courtyard, stair, plan (recto) blank (verso) 1500 - 1560

This anonymous drawing from the 16th century is a plan for the Cortile del Belvedere, the upper courtyard of the Vatican Palace. It depicts the half-circle of the courtyard's upper level, showing the layout of the stairwell and the surrounding spaces. This architectural plan is a testament to the Renaissance era's interest in precise design and meticulous planning, offering insights into the design process of the time.