Bidspirit auction | Jean-Francois de Neufforge – Set

Jean-Francois de Neufforge – Set of 2 Architectural Prints – Portico Plan Studies – Engravings (1770) - This set features two architectural engravings from Jean-François de Neufforge’s Recueil Élémentaire d’Architecture, published in Paris in 1770. The plates illustrate detailed portico plans, showcasing Neufforge’s command of classical architectural vocabulary, including precise floor layouts, column arrangements, and proportional calculations. These prints exemplify the Enlightenment-era drive to codify and disseminate architectural knowledge through systematic visual documentation. Neufforge’s monumental treatise was a cornerstone of 18th-century architectural education, offering a systematic and illustrated guide to classical forms adapted for contemporary use. His work significantly influenced neoclassical design across Europe and remains a valued reference for its clarity, precision, and artistic merit.Artist or Maker:Jean-Francois de NeufforgeDimensions:27 cm x 42 cmMedium:EngravingDate:1770Condition 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.