Design for Three Vases 1765 - 1790

"Design for Three Vases" is an anonymous 18th-century drawing featuring three elaborate vase designs, rendered in watercolor and ink. The vases, characterized by rounded bodies and delicate ornamentation, showcase the artistic trends of the period. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the growing interest in decorative arts and the influence of Chinese porcelain on European design during the 18th century. Each vase, meticulously detailed with measurements, offers a glimpse into the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the time.