Reproductie van drie tekeningen van het Lycée Lakanal in Sceaux, Frankrijk before 1886

These are reproductions of three drawings of the Lycée Lakanal in Sceaux, France, made by Paul Dujardin, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The drawings are characterized by their meticulous detail and structured composition. Notice the tripartite division of the facade, segmented almost like a triptych. Each section offers a slightly different perspective or detail, yet they are unified by a consistent use of line, color, and scale. The drawings present a formal study in architectural representation, focusing on the interplay between elevation and perspective. The use of precise lines and flat colors lends a graphic quality to the images. This reflects a broader movement towards rationalism and scientific observation in architectural design. It almost functions as a semiotic system where each line and plane serve as signs that combine to communicate the underlying structure of the building. Consider how the artist uses repetition and variation to destabilize a singular viewpoint. The drawings invite us to question how we perceive and represent architectural space.