Design for a Quarter of Stucco Ceiling 1700 - 1780

This anonymous drawing, "Design for a Quarter of Stucco Ceiling" from the 18th century, is a detailed plan for a decorative ceiling. The design includes intricate, delicate curves and swirling flourishes typical of the Rococo style. The drawing is a testament to the artistry of anonymous designers during the period. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, houses this example of Rococo architectural design, which would have been implemented using stucco, a type of plaster, and likely painted upon completion.