Gezicht op de Engelenburcht en de Sint-Pietersbasiliek 1631 - 1687
francoiscollignon
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pen and ink
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aged paper
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
François Collignon's "Gezicht op de Engelenburcht en de Sint-Pietersbasiliek" is a 17th-century etching depicting a view of St. Peter's Basilica and the Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. The detailed, yet stylized, depiction of the architectural landmarks and the surrounding landscape showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail and skill in perspective. The etching, held in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the city of Rome during this period, offering a unique visual representation of its prominent architectural features.
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