Design for a Canopy (recto). Design for an Armchair (verso) 1698 - 1765

"Design for a Canopy (recto). Design for an Armchair (verso)" is a pen and ink drawing by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Natali III. Created between 1698 and 1765, the drawing features detailed designs for a canopy and an armchair, showcasing the Rococo style's emphasis on intricate ornamentation and asymmetrical forms. The designs demonstrate Natali's skill as a furniture designer, capturing the elegance and sophistication of the period's decorative arts. This piece, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, offers valuable insight into the design process of the Rococo era.