Elevation for the Garden-Front of the Hotel de Brunoy, Faubourg St. Honoré, Paris 1779

Étienne-Louis Boullée’s “Elevation for the Garden-Front of the Hotel de Brunoy, Faubourg St. Honoré, Paris,” (1779) is a drawing depicting the facade of a grand Parisian residence. This architectural drawing, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases Boullée's Neoclassical style with its symmetrical design, emphasis on classical orders, and the use of arches and columns. The drawing's focus on the building's external elevation highlights the concept of grand architecture and the influence of classical antiquity. It is a testament to Boullée's vision of urban planning and the beauty of architectural form.