Udkast til et loft med ottekantede, sekskantede og kvadratiske kassetter i gult og lilla 1743 - 1809

"Udkast til et loft med ottekantede, sekskantede og kvadratiske kassetter i gult og lilla" (Draft for a Ceiling with Octagonal, Hexagonal and Square Cassettes in Yellow and Purple) is a design drawing created between 1743 and 1809 by Danish artist Nicolai Abildgaard. The artwork depicts a ceiling with a complex geometric pattern of octagons, hexagons, and squares in yellow and purple hues, highlighting the artist's interest in architectural design and geometric patterns. The drawing, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to Abildgaard's versatility and his keen eye for detail, demonstrating his mastery of intricate design elements. The artwork exemplifies his contributions to the Danish neoclassical art movement.