Design for ornament
1863
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1863
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a design for ornament. It's a simple, symmetrical pattern with swirling shapes and leaves. The lines are light and delicate, and the overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. The drawing is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The artist has used a range of lines and shading to create depth and dimension. The overall effect is one of subtlety and restraint. If you're interested in learning more about this style of drawing, you might want to look into the work of Sykes, Godfrey.