Lambrisering van een woonhuis te Rouen before 1895

This photogravure pictures Raoul Bonet's rendering of wooden panels from a townhouse in Rouen. The image is part of a series that documents period interiors and architectural details. Prints like these played a crucial role in shaping design trends during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Rouen, with its rich history and proximity to Paris, was a center for architectural revivalism and historic preservation. Here, institutions like the *Société des Amis des Monuments Rouennais* took on the mission of preserving the aesthetic of an idealized past. Bonet’s image reflects this movement, emphasizing the timeless elegance and craftsmanship of earlier eras. The level of ornate detail in the prints are a visual code, referring to the wealth and social status of the original owners, as well as the aspirational desires of the emerging middle class. To fully understand this image, one must delve into the archives of architectural societies, design journals, and trade publications to understand its role in shaping aesthetic tastes and cultural values.