Fireworks for a Naval Victory 1795 - 1805

This anonymous drawing, "Fireworks for a Naval Victory," from the Metropolitan Museum of Art depicts a plan for a large-scale fireworks display celebrating a naval victory. The structure is composed of a central temple-like building flanked by smaller temples on each side, with a central fountain beneath each temple. The intricate design of the structure suggests a grand, celebratory event, emphasizing the importance of the naval victory. The drawing is an example of architectural design and fireworks display planning from the late 18th to early 19th centuries, offering insights into the artistic and celebratory expressions of the time.