Elevation of a Royal Catafalque
Architectural design for a funerary catafalque, domed structure with arch at center, flanked by Corinthian columns. Above the arch, a triangular pediment. Obelisk-like spires at right and left sides. Within the arch, a monument upon a pedestal with candelabra. Above the pediment, groups of figural sculptures. Another sculpture at the top of the dome surrounded by lit candelabra. Rectangular framing lines.
late 18th century
Pen and ink, brush and wash on paper
1976-106-1
Image and text © Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, 2020