Design for an Interior Wall Elevation
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-353-16
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Jacques-François Blondel, a prominent French architect and theorist (5–1774), this *Design for an Interior Wall* between 1725 and 1740, a period when opulent rococo styles flourished under Louis XV. As a print, this work exemplifies how architectural designs were disseminated through engraving, allowing architects, builders, and patrons across Europe to study and replicate innovative interiors. Blondel's elevation likely showcases his mastery of harmonious proportions, decorative motifs, and functional elegance, key elements he championed in his influential writings like *Architecture françois...