Gipsmodel voor gevelversiering op de Bibliothèque Impériale van het Palais du Louvre c. 1855 - 1857

This photograph by Edouard Baldus, taken between 1855 and 1857, shows a plaster model for a decorative element on the facade of the Bibliothèque Impériale at the Palais du Louvre in Paris. The image captures the intricate details of the design, featuring a central rosette flanked by two winged figures and ornate floral motifs. The photograph highlights the grandeur of architectural ornamentation during the Second Empire and is a testament to Baldus's skill in capturing the beauty of architectural details. This work is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.