Hidden Door covered with a Mirror in the Trianon Palace,plate V from the Series 'Portes a Placard et Lambris', published as part of 'L'Architecture à la Mode' 1618 - 1682

drawing, print

architectural sketch

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

homemade paper

parchment

mechanical pen drawing

print

old engraving style

warm-toned

pen work

golden font

This detailed engraving by Jean Le Pautre, from the series "Portes à Placard et Lambris" (1618-1682), showcases a hidden door covered with a mirrored panel in the Trianon Palace. The intricate design, featuring a decorative cornice, paneled wainscoting, and a gridded mirror, exemplifies the architectural elegance of French Baroque interior design. This print, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, serves as a valuable document for understanding the decorative arts and architectural trends of the 17th century.