Gezicht op het Hôtel des Invalides te Parijs, 1726 1726

This etching, "Gezicht op het Hôtel des Invalides te Parijs," by Dutch artist Aldert Meyer, depicts the Hôtel des Invalides, a complex of buildings in Paris, France, that was originally built to house and care for disabled veterans. Created in 1726, this intricate print offers a bird's-eye perspective of the monumental structure, showcasing its grand architecture, and the surrounding gardens. The detailed portrayal of the buildings and the surrounding landscape, with its depiction of people and carriages, makes it a valuable historical record of this iconic Parisian landmark.