Zicht op het stadhuis van Parijs 1843 - 1844

"Zicht op het stadhuis van Parijs" (View of the City Hall of Paris), created by Philippe Benoist in 1843-1844, is a detailed lithograph depicting the Hôtel de Ville, the historic seat of Parisian government. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Benoist's keen eye for architectural detail, capturing the grandeur of the building and its surrounding cityscape. The print, with its meticulous lines and subtle shading, offers a glimpse into Parisian urban life during the mid-19th century, making it a valuable historical and artistic document.