Boiserie from the Hôtel Colbert de Villacerf 19th century

This 19th-century anonymous drawing depicts a design for a boiserie, a type of decorative wall paneling, from the Hôtel Colbert de Villacerf. The intricately detailed design features a series of panels with ornate frames and decorative motifs, including floral elements, scrolling vines, and cherubs. The drawing provides a blueprint for the construction of a lavish and elegant interior space, characteristic of the architectural trends of the period. The design, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offers a glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship of the 19th-century interior design.