Seven Designs for Decorated Plates 1845 - 1855

This watercolor drawing by Alfred Henry Forrester is a design for three decorated plates. The designs feature ornate details and a vibrant color palette of green, gold, and blue. These designs likely represent the 19th-century interest in decorative arts and the growing appreciation for intricate patterns and craftsmanship. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, showcases Forrester’s skill in visual design and his contributions to the field of decorative arts.