Presentation Drawing of the Hôtel de Camondo

Französische Grafik 1870–1879, 1876

This is a drawing of the façade of a grand building. The central structure is flanked by two symmetrical wings. The central portion features embellishments, such as carvings above the main entrance and moldings around the windows. The building displays a mix of classical and baroque architectural elements, like rounded arches and pilasters. The roof is steeply pitched with dormer windows. The composition conveys grandeur and opulence.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1870–1879
Date
1876
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink with wash and watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
67.3 × 110 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of the façade of a grand building. The central structure is flanked by two symmetrical wings. The central portion features embellishments, such as carvings above the main entrance and moldings around the windows. The building displays a mix of classical and baroque architectural elements, like rounded arches and pilasters. The roof is steeply pitched with dormer windows. The composition conveys grandeur and opulence.

Französische Grafik 1870–1879