Gipsmodellen voor een versiering van het Palais du Louvre door Alexandre Lequien c. 1855 - 1857

This 1855-57 photograph by Edouard Baldus is a documentation of a plaster model by Alexandre Lequien, created for a planned decoration of the Palais du Louvre. The image captures the intricate detail of the model, depicting a circular design with a central Medusa head surrounded by a wreath of foliage and other decorative elements. The photograph highlights the intricate craftsmanship of the model, offering a glimpse into the grand decorative schemes envisioned for the Louvre's renovation during this period.