An Elaborate Altar of Colored Marble Ornamented with Sculptures

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623, 1600s

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural altar design. It includes a central section dominated by intricate architectural features such as tall columns and detailed carvings. The structure is adorned with classical figures, including reclining nudes and cherubic forms, which flank the top and sides. The drawing showcases a symmetrical design with sculpted niches housing statues of classical figures on either side. The base of the structure is embellished with colorful decorative elements and intricate details.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1579–1623
Date
1600s
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown, red, and ochre washes and gouache on laid paper
Dimensions
43 × 38.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural altar design. It includes a central section dominated by intricate architectural features such as tall columns and detailed carvings. The structure is adorned with classical figures, including reclining nudes and cherubic forms, which flank the top and sides. The drawing showcases a symmetrical design with sculpted niches housing statues of classical figures on either side. The base of the structure is embellished with colorful decorative elements and intricate details.

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623