Negen pleistermodellen van bouwfragmenten door Claude Leprêtre, mogelijk verwerkt in het Musée du Louvre 1858

This 1858 photograph by Edouard Baldus, entitled "Negen pleistermodellen van bouwfragmenten door Claude Leprêtre, mogelijk verwerkt in het Musée du Louvre," showcases nine plaster models of architectural fragments designed by Claude Leprêtre, possibly for the Louvre Museum. The image, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a diverse array of decorative elements, including columns, capitals, cornices, and finials. These intricate details provide a glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship of the period. The photograph serves as a valuable historical record of Leprêtre's designs and the architectural aspirations of the time. The photo's composition, showcasing the plaster models in a montage-like format, allows for a comprehensive study of Leprêtre's detailed and highly decorative style.