Design for Salon Ceiling, Château de Cangé 1850 - 1900

Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise’s “Design for Salon Ceiling, Château de Cangé” (1850-1900) is a watercolor design for the ceiling of a room in a French chateau. The design features a complex pattern of interlacing lines and geometric shapes, with a focus on ornate details and the use of warm, earthy tones. The piece is a valuable example of decorative arts from the mid-19th century and reflects the artistic trends of the time, which favored intricate designs and craftsmanship in interior decoration. The design is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.