Design for a paneled ceiling painted with putti, birds, and floral motifs on tracing paper; mounted on wove paper 1820 - 1897

This design for a paneled ceiling, by Jules-Edmond-Charles Lachaise, depicts a decorative scheme featuring putti (cherubs), birds, and floral motifs. The design, dated between 1820-1897, is executed in watercolor on tracing paper and mounted on wove paper. The design showcases a central panel featuring three putti interacting with a vase of flowers, framed by smaller panels containing various birds and floral arrangements. The overall effect is delicate and whimsical, characteristic of decorative art from the 19th century. This drawing, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the interior design trends of the period.