Design for a sepulchral monument; verso: Fragment of a letter and notes 1686 - 1724

This drawing by Pieter Verbruggen the Younger is a design for a sepulchral monument, dating back to the late 17th century. It shows a detailed plan for an elaborate monument, adorned with a winged figure, cherubs, and an empty inscription panel. This design demonstrates Verbruggen's mastery of Baroque architectural details and his skill in creating dramatic and emotive funerary art. The artwork is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.