Flodbred med orientalsk by 1746

"Flodbred med orientalsk by" (Riverbank with Oriental City), created in 1746 by Danish artist H. Rosenkilde, is an etching depicting a bustling cityscape. The scene unfolds along a riverbank with a bridge and a fortified tower in the foreground. A distant cityscape, likely inspired by an Oriental city, is visible in the background. The use of etching allowed for a detailed depiction of the cityscape, showcasing the intricate architectural features and the liveliness of the scene. The artwork offers a glimpse into 18th-century European fascination with Eastern cultures and the popular genre of topographical art.