Design for a Decorated Ceiling 1800 - 1900

This anonymous drawing, "Design for a Decorated Ceiling," from the late 18th or early 19th century is a detailed plan for a decorative ceiling. The design is characterized by intricate, interwoven motifs, including a central oval with a sky-blue background, a garland of foliage, and a repeating pattern of undulating ribbons framing the design. It features an elaborate display of symmetrical, stylized flora and fauna with a color scheme centered around pink, green, yellow, and gold. This design exemplifies the intricate and sophisticated decorative styles of the period, showcasing the influence of classical and neoclassical aesthetics in interior design.