Gezicht op het dorp Ancona in Italië 1645 - 1691

"Gezicht op het dorp Ancona in Italië" (View of the village of Ancona in Italy) is an etching by the French artist Israel Silvestre, created between 1645 and 1691. The circular composition depicts a panoramic view of the Italian city of Ancona, with a focus on its coastal fortifications, showcasing the city's strategic location. Silvestre's meticulous detail captures the architectural elements, natural landscape, and bustling activity of the port city, making it a valuable historical record of early modern Ancona. The etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Silvestre's mastery of the etching technique and his talent for capturing atmospheric scenes.