Three Design for Ornament & Architecture: Perspectival Rendering of a Ceiling; Two Sheets of Rocaille Designs by Anonymous

Three Design for Ornament & Architecture: Perspectival Rendering of a Ceiling; Two Sheets of Rocaille Designs 1725 - 1765

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drawing, print, architecture

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drawing

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natural stone pattern

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aged paper

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toned paper

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print

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light earthy tone

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possibly oil pastel

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tea stained

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tile art

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underpainting

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arch

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watercolor

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architecture

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warm toned green

This anonymous design for a ceiling, dating from the 18th century, is a prime example of the Rococo style. The delicate lines create a sense of movement and dynamism in the intricate geometric pattern. This drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is a testament to the skillful artistry of the Rococo era.

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