Decoration for a Spandrel in a Cove 1500 - 1600

This anonymous drawing, dated 1500-1600, is a design for a spandrel in a cove. It features a central putto flanked by two putti holding a floral motif. Above them are two putti holding a garland, and the piece is completed with decorative scrolls and foliage. The drawing is a testament to the artistic talent of the anonymous artist, demonstrating their skill in depicting human figures and architectural details. The delicate lines and intricate details of the design suggest a refined and elegant style common in the Renaissance period, and the piece could have been used as a model for a sculpture or a fresco. This small, but intricate drawing, is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.