Design for a Sculpture or Monument 19th century

This 19th-century anonymous pencil sketch, "Design for a Sculpture or Monument," is a preparatory drawing for a larger three-dimensional work. The design features a draped female figure standing atop a pedestal holding a circular object, possibly a shield or mirror. The figure is likely a classical goddess, referencing Greek or Roman mythology. This sketch, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides insight into the creative process behind monumental sculptures.