Design for a Ceiling 1745 - 1800

This delicate drawing by Robert Adam, a prominent architect and designer of the Neoclassical era, is a design for a ceiling. Executed in pencil on paper, the design showcases Adam’s signature style, characterized by intricate symmetrical patterns and elegant floral motifs. The central oval, adorned with a swirling, foliated ornament, is framed by a garland that extends outward, culminating in decorative finials. The overall composition reflects a harmonious balance and refined taste, characteristic of Adam’s architectural designs.