Design for a Bed and Canopy by Charles Hindley and Sons

Design for a Bed and Canopy 1841 - 1917

drawing, print

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

pastel soft colours

muted colour palette

ink paper printed

parchment

print

nude colour palette

historical fashion

soft colour palette

watercolor

"Design for a Bed and Canopy" is a watercolor drawing by the design firm Charles Hindley and Sons. Created between 1841 and 1917, the artwork is a detailed design for a Victorian-era bed with a canopy. The drawing depicts a brass-framed bed with a pink headboard and a matching pink canopy with floral embellishments and tassels. This design showcases the popular aesthetic of the time, featuring delicate floral patterns and soft colors. It is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.