Design for a Monumental Altar, Plate 'q' from 'Unterschiedliche Neu Inventierte Altäre mit darzu gehörigen Profillen u. Grundrißen.' 1745 - 1755

This etching by Jacob Gottlieb Thelot, titled "Design for a Monumental Altar," is a detailed architectural drawing. The artist, working in the Rococo style, presents a highly ornate design for an altar featuring elaborate columns, ornate carvings, and a sweeping, curvilinear structure. The drawing, part of a series dedicated to altar designs, was created between 1745 and 1755. This detailed engraving, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, demonstrates the Rococo's influence on architectural design, highlighting the use of delicate curves and elaborate ornamentation.