Ontwerp voor een cananpé of zitbank 1738 - 1749

"Ontwerp voor een cananpé of zitbank" (Design for a canapé or settee) is an engraving by Gabriel Huquier from 1738 to 1749, now in the Rijksmuseum. This detailed drawing illustrates the design for a luxurious canapé, intricately carved with Rococo flourishes and upholstered in a richly patterned fabric. The inscription reveals the sofa was crafted for the Count of Biedenski, Grand Marshal of the Crown of Poland, in 1735. This work exemplifies the artistry and craftsmanship of 18th-century French furniture design, capturing the elegance and opulence of the Rococo era.