Design for a Bowl 1765 - 1795

This anonymous design for a bowl from the late 18th century exemplifies the Neoclassical style popular in Europe at the time. The intricate design features a delicate, openwork structure with a central floral motif and decorative beading, and the bowl rests on three elegant legs. The drawing’s precision and clarity reveal its function as a design proposal for a silversmith, showcasing the highly-skilled craftsmanship of the period. The bowl’s decorative elements evoke ancient Greek and Roman motifs, a hallmark of the Neoclassical style.