Design for Six Chairs with Scarlet Upholstery (verso: Sketch for Sofa) 1800 - 1850

This anonymous design from the early 19th century shows six chairs with scarlet upholstery. The chairs are drawn in a simple, straightforward manner, focusing on the form and detail of the design. The chairs all have a similar elegant structure, with delicate, slender legs and curved, padded backs. The backrests are accented with a delicate, almost lace-like pattern. This design sketch offers a glimpse into the taste of the period, highlighting the favored styles and materials for domestic furniture in the early 1800s.