Plattegrond van het Nieuwe Louvre volgens ontwerp van architect L. Visconti c. 1857

"Plattegrond van het Nieuwe Louvre volgens ontwerp van architect L. Visconti" is a photographic print by Edouard Baldus, a renowned French photographer who documented the development of Paris in the mid-19th century. Created around 1857, this artwork captures the architectural plan for the expansion of the Louvre Museum in Paris, designed by architect Louis Visconti. It provides a bird's-eye view of the proposed layout, showcasing the central courtyard, the surrounding buildings, and the surrounding streets. This photo is a valuable historical document illustrating the ambition and scope of this grand project, offering insight into the architectural vision of its time. The print, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, serves as a reminder of the significant role photography played in capturing architectural progress and urban development in 19th-century Europe.