Bilder Jean-Baptiste Échantillon (Active 18th Century) – Study of Architectural Rosettes – Engraving (18th Century)

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This decorative engraving presents a systematic catalog of twelve distinct rosette designs arranged in a grid. The patterns vary from simple radial floral motifs to complex, multi-layered architectural ornaments featuring acanthus leaves and intricate central seeds.These "échantillon" or sample plates were essential reference tools for 18th-century craftsmen, providing standardized classical decorative elements for use in masonry, woodwork, and textile design.

Jean-Baptiste Échantillon was a French designer and engraver specialized in ornamental patterns and architectural details. During the 18th century, such plates were vital for the dissemination of the neoclassical style, allowing artisans to reproduce consistent and mathematically accurate decorative motifs. His work reflects the Enlightenment-era focus on the intersection of art, geometry, and systematic classification, turning ornamental design into a structured scientific study.

Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Échantillon

Dimensions: Approximately 33 cm x 26 cm

Medium: Engraving

Date: 18th Century

Condition Report:
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