Design for the decoration of a ceiling with filagree borders and a central medallion 1830 - 1897

This is a design for a ceiling by Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise. The drawing features a central medallion surrounded by an elaborate filigree border. The design is a highly stylized and geometric one, featuring a symmetrical arrangement of floral and geometric motifs. This artwork is characteristic of decorative arts of the 19th century, incorporating traditional elements with a distinct contemporary flair. The artist's meticulous attention to detail, as well as the delicate colors and graceful curves of the design, make this drawing an excellent example of French decorative arts from this period.