Gezicht op het Alcázar te Toledo 1694 - 1737

"Gezicht op het Alcázar te Toledo" (View of the Alcazar of Toledo) is a 17th-century etching and aquatint by Pieter van den Berge, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a picturesque view of the Alcazar of Toledo, a fortified palace perched atop a hill overlooking the Tagus River. The scene is dominated by the imposing structure of the Alcazar, which sits majestically against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The bridge spanning the river adds a sense of depth and perspective to the composition, while the figures walking along the riverbank provide a human scale to the vast landscape. The etching is a fine example of van den Berge's detailed and meticulous style, showcasing the artist's ability to capture both the architectural grandeur and the atmospheric beauty of his subject.