Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1830 - 1890

This watercolor drawing by Eugène Cicéri is a design for a stage set at the Opéra in Paris. The design depicts a grand classical building overlooking a body of water, which could be a lake or a bay. The artist uses a grid system to map out the perspective and create the illusion of depth. Cicéri was a highly acclaimed stage designer in his time, and his works are celebrated for their dramatic scale and technical proficiency. This drawing exemplifies his talent for capturing architectural grandeur and scenic beauty. The work is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.