Watch Design 1794

This delicate watercolor drawing by Delamotte, dated 1794, is a design for a watch stand. The stand is a simple, elegant shape, with a circular opening at the top and a flared base. The design is adorned with delicate floral motifs and a wreath, executed with fine detail. The stand's soft, pale colors and elegant design reflect the popular tastes of the late 18th century. This drawing, part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the design trends of the era, showcasing the refined and ornate decorative elements that characterized watch stands and other objects of the time.