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Veue de la Maison de Monsieur de Bretonuillerdans l'Isle Nostre Dame

Israël Silvestre

National Gallery of Art

The image features an etching showing urban architecture from an elevated perspective. A large building is diagonally placed on the left side of the image. Intricately dressed figures walk along the street, and a horse-drawn carriage is visible. In the background, a river stretches into the distance with boats and buildings along its banks. The etching is detailed with fine lines and shading to indicate depth and texture, rendered in a monochromatic color palette.

Artwork Details

Date
1664
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4549 × 3022 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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