Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1828 - 1890

Eugène Cicéri's "Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris" is a delicate pencil drawing depicting a dramatic mountain landscape. This design, created between 1828 and 1890, showcases Cicéri's skill in rendering depth and atmosphere, evident in the subtle shading and the receding planes of the mountains. Cicéri, a prominent French stage designer, produced numerous set designs, including this one, which likely served as a visual guide for a theatrical production at the prestigious Opéra in Paris. The drawing's muted tones and emphasis on form suggest a theatrical backdrop meant to enhance the dramatic spectacle of a stage performance.