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Veue des bons hommes

Israël Silvestre

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a riverbank with a grand building complex across the river. The buildings, especially the one with a church and steeple, stand out with detailed architectural features. Additional structures can be seen in the distance. The artwork features fine line work and cross-hatching to depict textures. The color scheme is monochrome, similar to an engraving. The foreground includes a detailed riverbank with two small figures, while the sky is illustrated with delicate cloud linework to create a light and airy background.

Artwork Details

Date
1655
Medium
etching
Dimensions
5172 × 2600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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