Gezicht op de oude markt van Dresden vanaf de Seegasse 1752

Bernardo Bellotto, known as Canaletto's nephew, created this etching in 1752, depicting a bustling marketplace in Dresden. The artist meticulously captures the architectural details of the buildings, including the intricate facades and the varying rooflines. The composition is dominated by the vast square, filled with merchants and patrons. The scene is infused with a sense of everyday life in 18th century Dresden, reflecting the artist's interest in precise visual documentation. The etching's title, "Vue de la Grande Place du vieux Marche, du cote du Chateau Royal," further underscores Bellotto's intention to depict the city's public spaces. This work is an excellent example of 18th-century veduta, a genre focused on detailed and accurate representations of cityscapes.