Gezicht op de stad Parijs 1655

"Gezicht op de stad Parijs," a 1655 engraving by Matthäus Merian, offers a bird's-eye view of the French capital. The detailed panorama captures the city's layout, including the Seine River, the Louvre Palace, and the Notre Dame Cathedral. Merian, known for his meticulous cityscapes, created this work as part of his extensive series of city views, providing a valuable historical record of urban life in the 17th century. The perspective and scale of the work illustrate the importance of Paris as a major European center, and the engraving’s vibrant colors and delicate details showcase Merian's mastery of the medium.