Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1840 - 1890

This pencil drawing by Eugène Cicéri, a prominent French stage designer, is a design for a stage set at the Opéra in Paris. It depicts a scene with a river in the foreground, an island with a mosque in the center, and the Pyramids of Giza in the distance. The scene is laid out on a grid, suggesting its intended use as a stage set. It's a prime example of theatrical design from the 19th century, showcasing Cicéri's talent for creating visually impactful scenes for operatic productions.