La Halle aux Blés, Street Plan 1805 - 1815

"La Halle aux Blés, Street Plan" (1805–1815) is a detailed architectural drawing by French architect Pierre François Léonard Fontaine, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This plan depicts a proposed design for a grand public market, showcasing Fontaine's vision for a city with organized infrastructure and civic spaces. The plan is meticulously detailed, including streets, buildings, and even a central circular structure that evokes classic Roman architecture. This piece is a compelling example of the Neoclassical movement's influence on urban planning in 19th-century France.