Sketch for Peace Descends to Earth 1852

Eugène Delacroix's "Sketch for Peace Descends to Earth" (1852) is a preparatory study for a larger mural. This oil sketch on canvas, currently housed at the Petit Palais in Paris, captures a dynamic scene of divine figures descending from the heavens. The composition is dominated by a swirling, blue sky and fluffy clouds, creating a sense of movement and light. Delacroix's bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors evoke a sense of awe and grandeur, characteristic of the Romantic style of his era.