ELEVATION DU MAITRE AUTEL DE ST. SAUVEUR
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-398-4
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**Elevation du Maitre Autel de St Sauveur** *Jacques-François Blondel (French, 1705–1774), 1713–1774, Print* Smithsonian American Art Museum elegant print by Jacques-François Blondel captures "Elevation of the Main Altar of St Sauveur," likely depicting the grand high altar of the Cathedral of Saint Sauveur in Aix-en-Provence, France. during Blondel's prolific career as an architect, urban planner, and influential teacher, it exemplifies his dedication to documenting France's architectural heritage. As a master engraver, Blondel produced detailed illustrations that served as both artis...