Design for a Chandelier with Acanthus Leaf, Grape, and Palmette Motifs 19th century

This 19th-century pen-and-ink drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a design for a chandelier. The design is intricately detailed, featuring acanthus leaves, grapes, and palmette motifs, which were popular decorative elements in the Rococo and Neoclassical periods. The artist, who remains anonymous, has depicted the chandelier in a simplified and elegant manner, outlining its structure with delicate lines. The design, with its graceful curves and ornate detailing, is indicative of the artistic sensibilities of the 19th century, which celebrated elegance and craftsmanship.