Project for the House and Gardens of Mlle. Guimard

Französische Grafik 1762–1775, c. 1768–1770

This is a drawing of architectural plans and elevations for a garden and its associated buildings. The image contains a layout plan of a formal garden with sections labeled "jardin" and "potager." The design features pathways, garden sections, and a central circular fountain or feature. Additionally, there are side sections for a farmyard and stables. The right side of the image showcases elevation drawings of a grand building with classical architectural elements including columns and entrances. There is also a smaller circular illustration showing another detailed facade view.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1762–1775
Date
c. 1768–1770
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash and watercolor over graphite on laid paper, with a color etching by Le Campion attached to the sheet at lower right
Dimensions
49 × 38.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of architectural plans and elevations for a garden and its associated buildings. The image contains a layout plan of a formal garden with sections labeled "jardin" and "potager." The design features pathways, garden sections, and a central circular fountain or feature. Additionally, there are side sections for a farmyard and stables. The right side of the image showcases elevation drawings of a grand building with classical architectural elements including columns and entrances. There is also a smaller circular illustration showing another detailed facade view.

Französische Grafik 1762–1775