Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1830 - 1890

This pencil drawing by Eugène Cicéri is a design for a stage set at the Opéra in Paris. It depicts a grand building, partially obscured by trees, suggesting an outdoor setting for an opera production. The sketch, with its detailed outline of the architecture and foliage, reveals the meticulous planning involved in creating a convincing theatrical backdrop. The design, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the artistic vision behind the production of 19th-century operas.