Carved Details for Armchair
18th century
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt
Accession Number
1931-94-513
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
In the opulent world of 18th-century French decorative arts, Richard de Lalonde stands out as a skilled designer active from 1780 to 1796, capturing the refined Neoclassical aesthetic that defined the late Louis XVI era. His *Carved Details for Armchair*, a print from this period, showcases intricate ornamental motifs intended for high-end furniture. These designs reflect the era's fascination with classical antiquity—think symmetrical garlands, urns, and acanthus leaves—blending elegance with structural precision for armchairs destined for aristocratic salons. As a print, this work served a ...