Gezicht op de Alte Bibliothek aan de Bebelplatz in Berlijn 1780

"Gezicht op de Alte Bibliothek aan de Bebelplatz in Berlijn" is an etching created by Johann Georg Rosenberg in 1780. The artwork, currently located at the Rijksmuseum, provides a detailed depiction of the Bebelplatz square in Berlin. The Alte Bibliothek (Old Library) dominates the composition, its distinctive dome and facade prominent against the skyline. The scene is characterized by the tranquility of the square, populated by figures engaged in everyday activities and a carriage traversing the space. This piece offers a glimpse into the cityscape of 18th-century Berlin, capturing its architectural splendor and the daily life of its citizens.