Design for a Stage Set 1830 - 1890

This watercolor drawing by Eugène Cicéri, a renowned French stage designer, is a design for a stage set. Dated between 1830-1890, the piece showcases Cicéri's expertise in theatrical design. The artwork features two intricately detailed, fantastical pillars with a carved, leafy, and organic appearance. Cicéri's design for a stage set exemplifies his talent for creating visually captivating and imaginative environments for theatrical performances, as seen in this design for a stage set, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.