Ontwerp voor een geëmailleerde coupe met een met ramskoppen versierde nodus c. 1850 - 1870

This detailed drawing, created by the artist Frédéric-Jules Rudolphi sometime between 1850 and 1870, depicts a design for an enamelled coupe, a type of bowl with a wide, shallow opening. The piece is ornately decorated with rams' heads, a nodus (a decorative knot), and intricate floral motifs. This design, perhaps intended for a silver or gold object, exemplifies the stylistic trends of the 19th century, showcasing a fusion of classical and decorative elements. The piece is visually striking, with its intricate details and strong compositional elements. This design, though never realized in its intended form, offers insight into the creative process and decorative preferences of the era.