Design for a frieze

Description

This design for a French frieze was created around 1810 by an unknown artist. Executed with brush and gouache on paper, the piece features a rich, intricate floral design set against a yellow hue. The composition showcases a variety of flowers, including carnations, tulips, and lilacs, rendered in vibrant hues. The flowers are arranged in a flowing, intertwined manner, suggesting movement and vitality. The detailed brushwork and use of color highlight the artist’s skill in capturing the delicate beauty of nature.

This is now available on Jitterbug as a wallpaper mural and exemplifies the elegance and sophistication characteristic of early 19th-century French decorative arts.