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Pair of Achitectural Engravings - 18th Century
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Pair of Achitectural Engravings - 18th Century

18th century
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Pair of Classical architectural engravings by Jean-Charles Delafosse (1734-1789) engraved by Jacques Chéreau (1688-1776). The pair are beautifully framed and mounted.

Dimensions - 64 x 50 cms each engraving

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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Rue des Fontenelles has dated these 18th Century Architectural Engravings to the 18th Century.

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SA978041
Description
Pair of Classical architectural engravings by Jean-Charles Delafosse (1734-1789) engraved by Jacques Chéreau (1688-1776). The pair are beautifully framed and mounted.

Dimensions - 64 x 50 cms each engraving

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated these 18th Century Architectural Engravings to the 18th Century.

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SA978041
Rue des Fontenelles
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

Specialists in french antiiques, decorative objects and french and european paintings.

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A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames.
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Archive I A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames.

Pair of Achitectural Engravings - 18th Century

Archive II A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames. View II
Archive III A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames. View III
Archive IV A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames. View IV
Archive V A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames. View V
Archive VI A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames. View VI
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A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames.
Pair of Achitectural Engravings - 18th Century
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A pair of 18th-century architectural copperplate engravings depicting classical columns and entablatures, presented in sage green mounts and gilt frames.
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  • ObjectFramed Prints
  • Period18th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialPaper, Ink, Wood, Glass
  • ColourSage Green
  • MotifsClassical columns, Architectural capitals, Entablature details, French matting
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

These 18th century architectural copperplate engravings by Jean-Charles Delafosse and engraved by Jacques Chéreau portray classical columns, architectural capitals, and entablature details in a Neoclassical style. The monochrome prints on paper are set within French matting featuring sage green mounts, surrounded by narrow gilt wooden frames with visible corner mitres and protected under glass. Each framed piece measures 50 cm high, 64 cm wide, and 2 cm deep. Suitable for a gentleman's library or a study, the pair brings traditional academic order and classical symmetry to interior walls. They hang effectively above a sideboard, a low bookcase, or a writing desk, contributing a scholarly aesthetic to domestic spaces. The structured visual weight of the classical orders provides a refined academic focal point for a formal reception room or a hallway.

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Architectural engravings from the 18th century are detailed technical prints illustrating classical building structures, capitals, and decorative mouldings. Created using copperplate printing techniques, these works documented ancient Greek and Roman architecture for studies, pattern books, and grand Tour souvenirs.

Artists etched intricate design lines onto copper plates using sharp burins. Ink was applied to the grooved plate, and damp rag paper was pressed under high pressure to transfer the image, leaving a visible indented plate mark around the margin.

Authentic prints feature a distinct indented impression along the border made by the metal plate. The paper should display characteristics of handmade rag paper, such as chain lines, watermarks, or slight tonal age-toning rather than uniform modern machine-made brightness.

Architectural engravings bring clean geometric lines and historical structure to contemporary spaces. Hanging them as a symmetrical pair or a larger grid above a sideboard, mantelpiece, or console table adds a sophisticated focal point.

Keep paper prints away from direct sunlight, excess humidity, and fluctuating temperatures to prevent foxing and fading. Use acid-free mounting materials and UV-filtering glass when re-framing to protect against environmental degradation.
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