Twee fotoreproducties van ontwerptekeningen voor plafonds c. 1875 - 1900

These two photographic reproductions of ceiling design drawings feature classical motifs and intricate ornamentations. The upper design reveals a central octagonal panel surrounded by meticulously detailed borders, while the lower features a partial dome structure. The repetition of acanthus leaves, scrolls, and cartouches links these designs to ancient Greek and Roman architecture. Similar patterns are found in Renaissance and Baroque interiors, symbolizing a revival of classical ideals and a quest for timeless beauty. These motifs, which first appeared on the columns of temples, have resurfaced, evolving from sacred to decorative. Observe how the interplay of light and shadow in the drawings captures an intense emotional state, engaging us on a subconscious level. This is a symbolic language that speaks of humanity's enduring fascination with form and order. The cyclical progression of these symbols underscores how cultural memory continually reshapes and reinterprets our visual world.