France · 19th century
€ 340
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Condition report: Very good condition with strong colors and a precise impression. Minor age toning at the edges, consistent with age. No tears or major defects.
Antique French Print Maison à Neuilly by Paul Sédille Architecte, Chabat c.1900
This antique architectural print, titled *Maison à Neuilly (Seine)*, presents the design of an elegant urban residence by architect Paul Sédille. The plate (Pl. XLIV, 2e Série) originates from Pierre Chabat’s important publication *La Brique et la Terre Cuite* (The Brick and Terracotta), produced in Paris in the late 19th century to around 1900.
The lithograph displays finely detailed elevations of the house from the garden and courtyard sides, highlighting the harmonious proportions and refined brick-and-stone construction characteristic of Belle Époque townhouses. A distinctive mansard roof with dormer windows crowns the composition, reflecting the Parisian architectural style of the period.
The plate also includes floor plans for the ground floor and first floor, showing a rational and elegant arrangement of rooms, including vestibule, salon, dining room, billiard room, bedrooms, and service areas. Sectional drawings further reveal the internal structure and height distribution of the building. Together, these details provide a comprehensive view of the architectural sophistication applied to upper-middle-class residences in Neuilly-sur-Seine, a fashionable suburb of Paris.
Paul Sédille (1836–1900) was a noted French architect and theorist, celebrated for his advocacy of polychrome decoration in architecture and his use of terracotta and brick as expressive materials. His works bridged practicality with ornamentation, making him a key figure in late 19th-century French design.
Pierre Chabat (1827–1892), architect and author of *La Brique et la Terre Cuite*, compiled this series as a practical and artistic survey of brick and terracotta architecture in France. The plates served as both technical models and aesthetic inspiration for architects, builders, and collectors.
Condition report: Very good condition with strong colors and a precise impression. Minor age toning at the edges, consistent with age. No tears or major defects.
Framing tips: Ideally displayed in a walnut or dark gilt frame with a cream or ivory mat to highlight the architectural detail. A thin gray or brick-red liner would emphasize the warm tones of the façade.
Technique: Lithograph
Maker: Pierre Chabat, after designs by Paul Sédille (architect), France, c.1900
