S. Andrea via Flaminia, plan; section (recto) blank (verso) 1500 - 1560

This is an anonymous architectural drawing of S. Andrea via Flaminia, made on paper using pen and brown ink. Architectural drawings are not simply technical documents but are cultural artifacts reflecting the values of their time. Here, we see a plan and section view, typical of architectural representation in Europe. The precision of the linework and the calculated proportions indicate an interest in classical ideals of order and harmony. The choice of S. Andrea via Flaminia as a subject suggests an engagement with the religious institutions that shaped artistic production, particularly in Italy. This drawing, while unsigned, can offer insight into the architectural practices and cultural values of its time. By studying such documents alongside other historical sources, we can better understand the social conditions that shaped artistic production and the public role of art.