Ten Designs for Decorated Cups 1845 - 1855

This watercolor drawing by Alfred Henry Forrester, titled "Ten Designs for Decorated Cups", showcases ten elaborate and intricate patterns for cups. Created between 1845 and 1855, the designs feature a variety of motifs, including floral garlands, geometric patterns, and tasseled borders. These designs, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, highlight the vibrant and detailed aesthetic popular in mid-19th-century design, particularly for decorative tableware.