Jean Le Blond

French, c. 1635 - 1709

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This is a drawing of an architectural design for a confessional booth. The image shows a detailed architectural rendering of a baroque-style confessional, complete with ornamental carvings, scrollwork, classical motifs, columns, arches, and a cross-section. The detailed engravings and flourishes suggest a style consistent with Baroque architecture.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.174

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.174

This is a drawing of an architectural piece. The image shows a highly detailed and ornate structure with classical elements such as columns, a domed roof, and intricate carvings. The design includes decorative urns and sculptures. The central portion of the structure features a door with scrollwork, flanked by columns, and topped with a segmental pediment adorned with a winged cherub. The base of the structure is shown with a sectional view. The style and architectural precision suggest it could be a facade or a freestanding monument.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.176

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.176

This is a drawing of an ornate architectural structure. The drawing presents the front view of a intricately designed structure. The top of the structure is crowned with a triangular pediment that contains a central motif of a winged cherub. A cross is mounted above the pediment. Below, the structure features Corinthian columns flanking a central panel that showcases elaborate scrollwork and drapery. The panel has a symmetrical floral design. The drawing includes detailed ornamentation such as spiraling volutes near the columns, indicating a baroque style emphasizing grandeur and rich detailing.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.175

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.175

This is a drawing of an architectural design. It shows a detailed architectural blueprint of a decorative facade element. The blueprint features ornate moldings, a pediment, elaborate scrollwork, symmetrical layout with rectangular and arch-shaped panels embellished with intricate patterns and ornamental details. Two urns are depicted atop the corners of the structure. The bottom section of the blueprint illustrates the foundation plan. The design suggests a neoclassical or baroque influence in its decorative style.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.178

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.178

This is a drawing of an architectural structure resembling an altar with a cross. The image features a tall, ornate structure with classical elements such as arches, columns, and intricate decorative features. The upper section includes a prominent cross at the apex, surrounded by a semicircular relief showcasing cherubic figures within a decorative arch. Below, a wide central arch frames a recessed space, flanked by decorative panels on either side. This drawing appears to be a detailed architectural plan showcasing both the front elevation and a cross-sectional view, complete with measurement scales.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.177

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.177

The image depicts a detailed architectural drawing of a section of a church pulpit. It features a domed top with sculpted ornamentation and a cross at its apex. The pulpit has detailed engravings, including winged angel faces on the dome. The structure has columns adorned with leaf motifs supporting a pediment. The drawing is monochromatic, rendered in shades of black. The style of the drawing is elaborate, with intricate detailing reflecting a baroque influence. The image is an elevation view.
Jean Le Blond, Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure, published 1688, engraving, Rosenwald Collection, 1944.5.179

Plan et elevation des plus beaux confessionnaux de Paris, tres fidelemant mesure

Jean Le Blond · published 1688 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1944.5.179

This is a detailed interior scene in a gallery. The artwork features elegantly dressed figures engaging in various activities. The room is lined with shelves filled with books and goods. A dog and a small monkey can be seen in the foreground. Above the shelves are names resembling European goods or establishments. The intricate costumes and architectural detailing suggest a setting from the 17th century.
Abraham Bosse, Jean Le Blond, La Galerie du Palais, c. 1638, etching on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2020.63.2

La Galerie du Palais

Abraham Bosse, Jean Le Blond · c. 1638 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2020.63.2