Who created "Design for Doors"?

Design for Doors was created by Thomas Lainé, French, 1682 – 1739 in late 18th century.

When was "Design for Doors" created?

This artwork was created late 18th century.

Is "Design for Doors" in the public domain?

Yes, Design for Doors is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Design for Doors

Thomas Lainé, French, 1682 – 1739

late 18th century

Classification

Department

Smithsonian Collection

Museum

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Credit

Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council

Accession Number

1921-6-236-16

About this artwork

Research in Progress

Art Historical Context

**Design for Doors** by Thomas Lainé (1682–1739), a French engraver and ornamental designer, captures the elegance of early 18th-century decorative arts. Though dated to the late 18th century, this print likely reflects Lainé's influential rococo-style motifs, characterized by intricate scrolling foliage, asymmetrical flourishes, and playful symmetry—hallmarks of the opulent interiors popular among French aristocracy during Louis XV's reign. As a design for doors, it would have guided craftsmen in creating grand architectural elements that blended functionality with lavish ornamentation. Prin...

Design for Doors

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