Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure Possibly 1688

This 17th-century architectural drawing, "Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure" (Plan and Elevation of the Most Beautiful Confessionals in Paris, very faithfully measured), by French artist Jean Le Blond, provides a detailed plan of a confessional. The print depicts a typical French Baroque design, characterized by an intricate arrangement of panels and a delicately carved, arched top. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the precise measurements included in the design, offering a glimpse into the meticulous craftsmanship of the era. This drawing is not only a valuable architectural record but also a testament to the importance of confessionals within the religious life of Paris.