Design for a ceiling with putti 1850 - 1900

"Design for a Ceiling with Putti" is a watercolor design by Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise, dated between 1850 and 1900. The design features a central oval panel depicting two putti, or winged cherubs, playing on a cloud against a blue sky. The panel is framed by elaborate Rococo-inspired ornamentation, including floral motifs, volutes, and geometric patterns. The artwork is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The design showcases the artist's skillful use of color and detail to create a decorative and visually engaging composition, characteristic of the Rococo Revival style popular during the late 19th century.