Bilder Augustin-Charles d'Aviler (1653–1701) – Architectural Study of Extraordinary and Symbolic Columns – Copperplate engraving (18th Century)

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This specialized architectural engraving, titled "Diverses Especes de Colonnes Extraordinaires et Symboliques," presents a diverse catalog of twenty-one distinct column designs. The plate illustrates a variety of non-traditional and allegorical forms demonstrating how classical elements were adapted for commemorative and decorative purposes during the French Baroque period. The engraving is highly detailed, showing the intricate textures of the shafts and the complex ornamentation of the capitals and pedestals.

Augustin-Charles d'Aviler was a preeminent French architect and theorist whose comprehensive manual, "Cours d'architecture," revolutionized architectural education in the 17th and 18th centuries. Born in Paris, he studied under the Académie Royale d'Architecture before becoming the architect to the Province of Languedoc. His "Cours d'architecture" was significantly expanded in later editions by major figures like Jean Mariette and Jacques-François Blondel, ensuring its status as the definitive technical reference for the French classical style. D'Aviler's work is celebrated for its clarity in bridging the gap between high architectural theory and the practical needs of builders and decorators.

Artist or Maker:
Augustin-Charles d'Aviler.

Dimensions:
Approximately 28 cm x 22 cm.

Medium:
Copperplate engraving.

Date:
18th Century.

Condition Report:
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