Design for Ceiling, Hôtel Hope 1867

Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise's "Design for Ceiling, Hôtel Hope" (1867) is a detailed drawing of a decorative ceiling design. The design features an octagonal shape within a square frame, creating a sense of depth and dimension. The central motif is a large, intricate floral pattern in vibrant purple against a light blue-green background. Surrounding this central pattern is a delicate, repeating network of vines and leaves. This design exemplifies Lachaise's artistic talent for intricate patterns and decorative design, common in the Art Nouveau movement. The drawing serves as a blueprint for a ceiling decoration in the Hôtel Hope, highlighting the importance of decorative arts in 19th-century design.