Design for a Sitting Room 1841 - 1884

"Design for a Sitting Room" is a pencil drawing on paper by the English firm Charles Hindley and Sons, created sometime between 1841 and 1884. The drawing depicts a detailed interior design scheme for a sitting room, featuring ornate moldings, a grand fireplace, and a carefully arranged set of furniture. The piece is a testament to the intricate and stylish interior design trends of the Victorian era, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail that characterized the period. The drawing, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides valuable insight into the aspirations and tastes of the Victorian upper class.