Design for woodwork and painted panels 1820 - 1897

This watercolor design by Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise, created between 1820 and 1897, depicts a section of a wall with three framed panels. Each panel is composed of an intricate floral pattern drawn in delicate pink lines against a pale blue background, reflecting the popular taste for decorative arts in the 19th century. The artwork is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcasing the artistic trends of the era and Lachaise’s talent for intricate design.