Design for a Catafalque 

This anonymous drawing, "Design for a Catafalque," is a detailed architectural plan for a temporary structure used to display a coffin during a funeral. The design features a multi-tiered platform adorned with intricate details, including draped swags, urns, and a central medallion. The artist meticulously outlines the structure’s construction, offering a glimpse into the elaborate and symbolic nature of funerary ceremonies in the past.