Ontwerp voor een dekselvaas en een coupe van in verguld brons gemonteerd porselein c. 1870 - 1880

This is a design drawing by Louis-Robert Carrier-Belleuse, created between 1870 and 1880. It depicts two ornate vases, each featuring a distinct decorative style. The left vase is topped with a bird, while the right vase is held aloft by a cherub. The artist's use of line and shading gives us a detailed sense of the proposed vases, which were likely intended to be crafted from gilded bronze and porcelain. This drawing demonstrates Carrier-Belleuse's interest in the decorative arts and his mastery of design. The artwork is a prime example of the late 19th-century French Rococo Revival style, characterized by intricate details, elegant forms, and a focus on decorative flourishes.