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Project for the House and Gardens of Mlle. Guimard

Jean Testard and Charles-Philippe Campion de Tersan

National Gallery of Art

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.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1768-1770
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
3475 × 4390 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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