Zicht op het Château du Petit Trianon by Ernest Jaime

Zicht op het Château du Petit Trianon c. 1827 - 1828

ernestjaime

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

light pencil work

pale palette

ink paper printed

light coloured

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

park

This 1827-28 lithograph by Ernest Jaime depicts the Château du Petit Trianon, a smaller palace located on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles. The image is a realistic portrayal of the chateau from a distance, showcasing its symmetrical architecture and picturesque surrounding landscape. It is likely that this print was intended for a general audience of art and history enthusiasts, interested in the historical significance of the Chateau du Petit Trianon, especially its connection to Marie Antoinette.