12619 Marcel Lambert (1847-1914) – View of the Acropolis of Athens - Hand-coloured lithograph (1887)
"Acropole d'Athènes Face Ouest Restauration" depicts a reconstructed view of the western facade of the Athenian Acropolis, featuring the Propylaea and the Parthenon in their idealized classical state. This hand-coloured lithograph was produced for the work Histoire des Grecs by Victor Duruy, which was published by Hachette in Paris between 1887 and 1889. The image serves as an archaeological restoration intended to visualize the architectural grandeur of ancient Greece for a 19th-century audience. It reflects the era's significant interest in classical antiquity and the systematic study of historical monuments.
Marcel Lambert was a prominent French architect and illustrator who achieved recognition for his meticulous architectural drawings and restoration projects. He was a student of the École des Beaux-Arts and won the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1873, which allowed him to study ancient structures in Italy and Greece. Throughout his career, he focused on the documentation and preservation of historic buildings, often contributing detailed plates to major scholarly publications. His artistic style is characterized by technical precision and a commitment to historical accuracy in architectural representation.
Artist or Maker:
Marcel Lambert.
Dimensions:
Approximately 27 cm x 35 cm.
Medium:
Hand-coloured lithograph.
Date:
1887.
SKL67_12
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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