1900 French Country House Architectural Lithograph

Description

This French architecture lithograph plate is from a 1900 edition of “Architecture Nouvelle”, an illustrated album of pavilions, villas, chalets, … more This French architecture lithograph plate is from a 1900 edition of “Architecture Nouvelle”, an illustrated album of pavilions, villas, chalets, and private houses throughout France. This cut stone villa design is drawn by leading gravurist E. Gillet and features rich colors, textural surfaces, and charming landscapes. The architectural lithograph shows decorative period details of stone, metalwork and woodwork, as well as soft colored ornamental landscapes. It is complete with floor plans and construction details. The original album contained prize winning designs by noted architects from the universal exposition of 1889 (silver prize) and 1900 (bronze prize). A+ condition. Clean with no foxing or markings. 11 x 14 ½ inches in size. Original to 1900 and NOT a recent reproduction. See companion image or contact us if interested in others from this series. less