Picturesque Architecture in Paris, Ghent, Antwerp, Touen, etc. 1839

Thomas Shotter Boys' "Picturesque Architecture in Paris, Ghent, Antwerp, Touen, etc." (1839) is a lithograph depicting a bustling street scene in a European city, likely Ghent, Belgium. The prominent tower of the Church of Saint Bavo dominates the composition, its intricate Gothic architecture contrasting with the more modest buildings lining the street. The figures in the foreground, casually going about their day, lend a sense of realism to the scene, emphasizing the lively atmosphere of the city. This lithograph is a fine example of Boys' skill in capturing the architectural beauty and social life of European cities in the 19th century.