Design for a Stage Set 1830 - 1890

Eugène Cicéri's "Design for a Stage Set" (1830-1890) is a preparatory drawing for a theatrical production. Cicéri, a renowned French stage designer, depicted a lush tropical jungle with palm trees and other exotic foliage. This detailed drawing, using a grid for accuracy, showcases Cicéri's mastery in creating realistic and immersive stage environments. The drawing, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a testament to the elaborate and imaginative nature of stage design during the 19th century.