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Ground Plan of the Church of Saint John the Baptist

Ground Plan of the Church of Saint John the Baptist, by Valerien Regnard, ink, 1650
Ground Plan of the Church of Saint John the Baptist, by Valerien Regnard, ink, 1650

Ground Plan of the Church of Saint John the Baptist is an ink print by the Baroque artist Valerien Regnard. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Ground Plan of the Church of Saint John the Baptist is an engraving on laid paper created by Valerien Regnard in 1650.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a detailed ground plan of a church, likely from the Baroque period, showcasing a symmetrical and balanced design with a large central space surrounded by smaller rooms and corridors.

Technique & Style

Regnard's expertise in engraving and cross-hatching is evident in the plan's careful labeling and detailed rendering, which convey a sense of grandeur and drama through the use of arches and columns.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.