Gezicht op Montpellier in vogelvluchtperspectief c. 1610 - 1657

"Gezicht op Montpellier in vogelvluchtperspectief" is an anonymous 17th-century bird's-eye view of Montpellier, France, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The watercolor drawing, characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age, utilizes a bird's-eye perspective to depict the city's layout with remarkable detail, from its surrounding hills to the river winding through its center. The use of a light palette of pastels and greens in the depiction of Montpellier's architecture and landscape creates a peaceful and serene atmosphere. The work likely served as a guide for travelers or a souvenir of the city.