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This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design featuring classical elements and decorative figures. The image showcases a frontal view of an altar or monumental wall structure. The architectural element is adorned with relief sculptures, winged figures, garlands, and a central niche containing a scene with a central figure. The composition is symmetrically balanced, with detailed columns, pediments, and pilasters. The side panels hold winged figures, while the top panel includes decorative sculpture depicting ethereal or mythological figures. The use of fine line work and shading suggests precision and skill in the creation of this intricate architectural plan or study.
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This is a drawing of an ornate architectural design featuring classical elements and decorative figures. The image showcases a frontal view of an altar or monumental wall structure. The architectural element is adorned with relief sculptures, winged figures, garlands, and a central niche containing a scene with a central figure. The composition is symmetrically balanced, with detailed columns, pediments, and pilasters. The side panels hold winged figures, while the top panel includes decorative sculpture depicting ethereal or mythological figures. The use of fine line work and shading suggests precision and skill in the creation of this intricate architectural plan or study.

National Gallery of Art · Drawing

An Elaborate Altar with the Resurrection of Christ and the Martyrdom of Saint Andrew

Friedrich Sustris

Date
1570/1580
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash on two joined sheets of laid paper
Dimensions
sheet: 34 x 21.1 cm (13 3/8 x 8 5/16 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Accession number
2007.111.167
Credit line
Wolfgang Ratjen Collection, Patrons' Permanent Fund
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • architecture
  • German
  • Costume
  • Statue
  • Figures
Provenance

Princes of Liechtenstein, Vienna and Vaduz (Lugt 4398). Richard Tüngel [1892-1970], Ahrensburg. Wolfgang Ratjen, Munich; purchased 2007 by NGA.

Inscription

top right, graphite: 6

Watermarks

two-headed eagle

NGA object ID 139208. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.