Gipsmodel voor versiering van het Palais du Louvre c. 1855 - 1857

This drawing by French photographer Edouard Baldus, dated c. 1855-1857, is a plaster model for a decorative element of the Palais du Louvre. It depicts a detailed, intricate design of swirling foliage and stylized forms, characteristic of the ornate architectural style of the time. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the meticulous planning that went into the renovation of this iconic Parisian landmark. The precise, detailed lines of the drawing highlight Baldus's skill as a draftsman and his role in capturing the grandeur of the Louvre's architectural vision.