Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1830 - 1890

This pencil drawing by Eugène Cicéri is a design for a stage set at the Opéra in Paris, France. The drawing features a perspective view of a grand, vaulted hall with a staircase leading up to the stage. Cicéri was a renowned stage designer, and his work is known for its detailed realism and dramatic effect. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City holds this sketch, which reveals the meticulous planning that went into creating spectacular stage sets for the Opéra. This design, with its intricate details and imposing architectural elements, showcases Cicéri's skill in capturing the grandeur and theatricality of the Parisian opera house.