Design for a coffered ceiling set within an acanthus frame
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a design for a coffered ceiling set within an acanthus frame. It's detailed and intricate, with two alternative designs. The artist used pen and ink to create the design, and added wash to make it look 3D. The design may be connected to a project that was never finished, which is interesting. This project was to paint the interior of Kensington Palace, but it didn't happen. You can see more designs like this by learning about the technique: cross-hatching.
