Gezicht op het augustijnenklooster 1631 - 1691

"Gezicht op het augustijnenklooster" (View of the Augustinian Monastery) is an etching created between 1631 and 1691 by Dutch artist Israel Silvestre. This detailed view of the Augustinian monastery, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Silvestre's skill in capturing the architectural intricacies of the building. The etching, measuring 94 mm in height and 160 mm in width, offers a captivating glimpse into the architectural landscape of the artist's time. Silvestre, born in 1621, was a prolific printmaker known for his precise renderings of architectural subjects. The artwork is a testament to his meticulous approach and his ability to translate three-dimensional structures onto a two-dimensional surface.