Page from a Scrapbook containing Drawings and Several Prints of Architecture, Interiors, Furniture and Other Objects 1795 - 1805

This page from a sketchbook created by French architect Charles Percier between 1795-1805, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his interest in Neoclassical design. The page features various sketches of architectural elements, including intricate moldings, furniture designs, and a prominent depiction of three female figures, likely representing the Graces. Percier's work in this sketchbook demonstrates his fascination with classical motifs and his role in shaping the architectural style of his era.