BRONGNIART, Alexandre-Théodore
(b. 1739, Paris, d. 1813, Paris)

Elevation of the Garden Façade of the Hôtel de Montesson

1771
Pen and ink and wash
Musée Carnavalet, Paris

The Hôtel de Montesson, designed by Brogniart c. 1770, was a relatively modest hôtel just east of the Rue de la Chaussée d'Antin, recalling the early work of Boullée. At this building a battery of six smooth pilasters orchestrated an avant-corps of five windows, decorated with garlands and bas-reliefs, topped by a strong cornice.