Design for a Temporary Structure for a Festival Celebration 1700 - 1735

This anonymous 18th-century design depicts a temporary structure for a festival celebration, showcasing the grand spectacle of Baroque architecture. The intricate drawing, rendered in pen and ink, presents a multi-level structure adorned with elaborate ornamentation, including statues, urns, and festoons. The artist masterfully captures the grandeur and theatricality envisioned for the celebration, highlighting the use of decorative elements common in Baroque design. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides valuable insight into the ephemeral world of festival architecture and its importance during this period.