Untitled
1870
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1870
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a grand theater interior with rows of empty seats leading up to a stage. The stage has tall columns, a painted backdrop with figures, and a small altar-like setup in the center. Wooden railings line the aisles, and the ceiling has a curved design with simple decorations. The drawing looks like a blueprint for a performance space, with careful attention to perspective and details like the seats and stage props. It’s drawn in pencil with light shading to show depth. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.