Design for the painted decoration of a coffered ceiling incorporating the initial: H 1830 - 1897

Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise’s “Design for the painted decoration of a coffered ceiling incorporating the initial: H” is a detailed design for a ceiling with intricate patterns. This watercolor design from 1830-1897 depicts a coffered ceiling with a repeating geometric pattern of squares and diamonds. The central diamond in each square is painted in shades of pink and yellow and features a stylized floral motif. The other squares have a green and yellow design reminiscent of a rosette, with some of them containing the initial "H" incorporated into the design. The design highlights the trend for elaborate ceiling decoration in 19th century architecture. This design, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Lachaise's talent for intricate pattern making.