Gipsmodel voor een wapenschild op het Palais du Louvre c. 1855 - 1857

Edouard Baldus, a renowned French photographer, captured this detailed image of a plaster model for a coat of arms on the Palais du Louvre in Paris. Created between 1855 and 1857, the photograph showcases the intricate details of the sculpted crest, featuring a lion, crossed swords, and other heraldic symbols. Baldus's work, often praised for its sharp focus and meticulous composition, exemplifies the photographic documentation of architectural and artistic details prevalent in the mid-19th century. This image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers viewers a glimpse into the ornate decorative elements of the iconic Louvre palace.