Stage Set Design for a Ballet: Don Parasol 1869

This watercolor painting by Italian artist Carlo Ferrario is a stage set design for the ballet *Don Parasol*. Created in 1869, the design depicts a lavishly decorated proscenium arch with intricate details. The archway is adorned with sculpted figures, draped fabrics in shades of green, red and white, and a painted backdrop depicting a serene garden scene. This detailed design showcases Ferrario's talent for theatrical design and his ability to create a visually stunning and immersive setting for a ballet performance. The piece is currently part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.