Household Furniture and Interior Decoration 1807

"Household Furniture and Interior Decoration" (1807) by Thomas Hope is a detailed line drawing depicting a design for a table supported by three winged lion figures. The drawing, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the Neoclassical style popularized by Hope in his book "Household Furniture and Interior Decoration." The design, characterized by its emphasis on classical motifs and geometric forms, reflects the influence of ancient Greek and Roman art, showcasing the prevailing taste for historical revival during the early 19th century.