Design for a corner of a Painted Ceiling, Architectural "Cove" with a Seated Figure at the Bottom, and a Putto at the Side by Anonymous

Design for a corner of a Painted Ceiling, Architectural "Cove" with a Seated Figure at the Bottom, and a Putto at the Side 1700 - 1780

drawing, print

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

print

pen sketch

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

men

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

watercolor

This anonymous 18th-century drawing is a design for a corner of a painted ceiling. The drawing depicts an architectural "cove" with a seated figure at the bottom and a putto at the side. The design is characterized by intricate, swirling scrollwork typical of the Rococo style, and likely intended for a grand, decorative interior. The drawing offers a glimpse into the creative process behind ceiling decoration, a popular artistic pursuit during the 18th century.