Gezicht op Lyon vanaf de oever bij het celestijnenklooster 1631 - 1691

This etching, "Gezicht op Lyon vanaf de oever bij het celestijnenklooster", by Israel Silvestre depicts a panoramic view of Lyon, France, from the banks of the Rhône river. Created between 1631 and 1691, the print showcases the city's sprawling layout, with the notable hilltop structure of Fourvière dominating the skyline. Silvestre's meticulous detailing captures the city's architecture, bridges, and even the figures working along the riverbank. This work, a beautiful example of 17th-century European cityscape art, offers a glimpse into the urban landscape of a major European city.