Seven Designs for Decorated Cups, including Venice, Osborne Tapetry and Osborne Patterns 1845 - 1855

Alfred Henry Forrester's "Seven Designs for Decorated Cups" is a collection of seven sketches for cup designs, drawn in watercolor and pencil between 1845 and 1855. These designs, including variations inspired by Venice and Osborne, showcase Forrester's interest in decorative arts and his ability to translate complex patterns into visually appealing designs. The sketches, displayed on a single sheet, demonstrate the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the intricate textures and patterns that would grace the cups. This artwork, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, offers a glimpse into the world of design in the mid-19th century.