Jacques Francis Blondel - Rare Book of Decorative Architecture

Jacques Francis Blondel - Rare Book of Decorative Architecture * French 1910 * Décorations Extérieures et Intérieures des Xviie et Xviiie Siècles1 * Published by Ch. Massin, Paris in 1910 * Rare Book * In good condition * This later reprint of Blondel’s original work is presented in a canvas folder * Contains 225 plates and 5 folding sheets * Illustrating architectural elements, floorplans, and landscaping plans * Decorative French architecture and interiors from the 18th century and earlier * The volumes are organized to provide a comprehensive overview of French architecture * Compiles facsimiles of plates from three of Blondel’s earlier works: * Cours d’Architecture (Paris, Desaint, 1771–1777): A comprehensive treatise on architectural decoration, distribution, and construction. * De la Distribution des Maisons de Plaisance * Décoration des Édifices en Général (Paris, C. Jombert, 1737–1738): Focused on the layout of pleasure houses and general architectural ornamentation (1) Décorations Extérieures et Intérieures des Xviie et Xviiie Siècles: Jacques François Blondel was a prominent and influential French architect and educator of the 18th century. Jacques François Blondel’s contributions extended beyond his writings. He also ran a successful school of architecture and was appointed Professor of Architecture at the Académie Royale d’Architecture in 1762. His dedication to architectural education, his influential writings and his work significantly impacted architectural education, theory and practice during that period and have left a lasting impact. His legacy continues to inspire architects and enthusiasts alike to this day.