Ornament (vermoedelijk) van het Palais du Louvre te Parijs by Edouard Baldus

Ornament (vermoedelijk) van het Palais du Louvre te Parijs before 1870

pen drawing

shading to add clarity

pen illustration

old engraving style

linocut print

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

thin linework

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

This photographic print by Edouard Baldus depicts an ornate architectural detail from the Palais du Louvre in Paris. The image showcases a fragment of the building's elaborate design, featuring a circular frame surrounded by intricate carvings and floral motifs. Baldus, a pioneer of architectural photography, captured the grandeur of the Louvre's architectural elements, providing valuable documentation of the building's intricate details. This image serves as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the Palais du Louvre, a landmark of French architecture and a symbol of the nation's rich history.