Jean Jacques Lequeu

Jean Jacques Lequeu was an architect and draftsman active between 1785 and 1791. While documentation regarding his total output is scarce, his architectural drawings offer a unique perspective into late 18th-century French design.

Lequeu’s work is highly regarded and is represented in major museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Six drawings attributed to Lequeu are documented in the collections, illustrating detailed plans and elevations characteristic of the era's focus on structured spatial representation. These works are foundational for researchers and students, many of which are now considered public domain resources, making high-quality prints and downloadable artwork widely available.

The documented works focus specifically on Parisian architecture, primarily relating to the design of the Hôtel de Montholon. Key examples of his drafting precision include the Elevation of the Façade of the Hôtel de Montholon, Paris, and detailed interior schematics such as the Longitudinal and Cross Sections of the Dining Rooms of the Hôtel de Montholon and the Longitudinal and Cross Sections of the Salons of the Hôtel de Montholon. Other preserved drawings include two versions of the Section and Plan of the Small Dining Room of the Hôtel de Montholon. These detailed sectional views demonstrate Lequeu’s command of architectural representation, providing museum-quality documentation of neoclassical interiors. The availability of Jean Jacques Lequeu prints ensures that these historically significant architectural studies remain accessible for scholarly review.