Ontwerp voor de titelplaat van L’Art Industriel c. 1830 - 1850

Firma Feuchère made this design for the title page of L’Art Industriel using graphite on paper. The detailed pencil work showcases a blend of architectural precision and artistic flair, typical of designs intended for industrial applications. The linear quality of graphite allows for a high degree of accuracy, essential for technical drawings like this one. The drawing shows intricate architectural details alongside classical figures, evoking the monumental and celebrating industry as a grand artistic enterprise. The process of drafting, which is typically preparatory, reveals the amount of planning and labor involved in translating ideas into tangible forms. While we might traditionally view such drawings as purely functional, it's clear that the process of making them requires a skilled hand. By looking closely at the way the image is constructed we can appreciate the amount of work and creative vision that goes into even the most seemingly utilitarian projects.