Signed architectural drawing by Philippon, old vintage plan, original artwork

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Visual Description

This document is an old architectural drawing, made on paper, presenting a structured geometric plan and signed "Philippon" in the upper left corner. The drawing, composed of clear and angular lines, evokes an architectural or urban planning study, typical of master plans or real estate lot divisions. The lines are executed in black or gray ink, with great precision, on a white background slightly yellowed by time. Marked angles and intertwined polygonal shapes are visible, suggesting design work or a technical project.

The drawing is positioned on a wooden surface, probably for the photograph, and shows visible signs of age: the edges of the paper show traces of wear, corners are reinforced with small pieces of old adhesive tape, and the paper's surface reveals discreet stains and marks related to its age. The entire plan occupies almost the entire sheet, with no visible annotations, and only the front is visible.

The signature "Philippon" is discreetly placed in the upper left margin. No other text, caption, or handwritten indication is legible on the visible side. The drawing style and general presentation evoke a modern era production, probably from the mid to late 20th century, consistent with the "vintage" keyword.

This type of graphic plan, with angular shapes and a segmented structure, is typical of urban planning approaches, building projects, or conceptual architectural research. The sobriety of the rendering, without flourishes or added colors, highlights the rigor of the technical and artistic work.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of wear marks, corners reinforced with old adhesive tape, small stains, and visible patina on the paper. No major tears noted on the visible side.

Did you know? Hand-drawn architectural plans were commonly used until the 1980s, before the widespread adoption of CAD (computer-aided design). Architects and urban planners drew their projects with Rotring pens or ink on paper, each line being the result of a precise and thoughtful gesture.

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