Design for Wall with Chimney Piece 1800 - 1900
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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ink paper printed
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tea stained
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fading type
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underpainting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This anonymous drawing, “Design for Wall with Chimney Piece,” is a detailed plan for a decorative wall, likely for a private residence. Dated to the 19th century, this drawing is representative of the architectural drawings common during the era. It features a prominent fireplace flanked by rectangular spaces likely intended for paintings or mirrors, and a decorative cornice at the top. The use of a grid system for measurement is characteristic of architectural design. This plan provides insight into the decorative tastes and interior design trends of the 19th century.
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