Design for a Mirror 1800 - 1900

drawing, print

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

print

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

This anonymous 18th or 19th-century design for a mirror, currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the Rococo style. The piece is characterized by delicate, asymmetrical curves and playful ornamentation, including cherubs and floral motifs. The design showcases a penchant for intricate details, reflecting the Rococo era's emphasis on elegance and refined taste.