Gipsmodellen voor beeldhouwwerken op het Palais du Louvre: "La Paix" door Leprêtre c. 1855 - 1857

This 19th century photograph by Edouard Baldus, "Gipsmodellen voor beeldhouwwerken op het Palais du Louvre: 'La Paix' door Leprêtre", depicts a plaster model for a sculpture intended for the Louvre Palace. The model features a central figure of a young winged woman, likely representing Peace, flanked by two putti engaged in activities symbolizing the arts. This photograph provides a unique insight into the sculptural decoration of the Louvre, highlighting the intricate detail and symbolic significance of the planned artwork. The image is a prime example of the meticulous documentation of architectural features in the mid-19th century.