Design for a Stage Set at the Opéra, Paris 1828 - 1890

This watercolor sketch by Eugène Cicéri, a prominent French stage designer, is a design for a stage set at the Opéra in Paris. Dating from 1828 to 1890, the sketch features a partially obscured architectural doorway, suggesting a grand and theatrical setting. The use of muted tones and subtle washes of color evokes a sense of depth and grandeur. The sketch is an example of Cicéri’s ability to create visually stunning and immersive stage sets, which were renowned for their realism and dramatic impact. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this small-scale design, measuring 8 3/4 x 3 1/8 inches.