Gezicht op de abdij van Joyenval 1631 - 1661

This etching, titled "Gezicht op de abdij van Joyenval" (View of the Abbey of Joyenval), was created by the French artist Israel Silvestre between 1631 and 1661. The detailed drawing depicts a panoramic view of the Abbey of Joyenval, a royal abbey located near Saint-Germain-en-Laye. The abbey's architecture, dominated by the tall central tower, is meticulously rendered in Silvestre's signature style, emphasizing the building's grandeur and historical significance. The etching exemplifies Silvestre's mastery of architectural perspective, effectively conveying the abbey's spatial presence and its serene setting.