Elevation of the Facade of the Hôtel de Montholon, Paris by Jean Jacques Lequeu

Elevation of the Facade of the Hôtel de Montholon, Paris 1785 - 1786

drawing, print, architecture

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

muted colour palette

print

light earthy tone

nude colour palette

earthy tone

arch

muted colour

soft colour palette

brown colour palette

watercolor

architecture

building

"Elevation Géométrale de L'hôtel de Montholon" is a 1785-1786 architectural drawing by Jean Jacques Lequeu (1757-1825) housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The drawing depicts a grand Parisian residence, showcasing Lequeu's unique blend of neoclassical and visionary elements. His architectural vision is evident in the precise detailing of the facade, the interplay of light and shadow, and the imposing presence of the building, which is situated behind a high wall. Lequeu, considered a visionary and eccentric architect, produced a body of work that defied convention and pushed the boundaries of architectural design in the late 18th century.