Gezicht op de Rialtobrug en het Canal Grande te Venetië 1631 - 1691

This etching by Israel Silvestre depicts the Rialto Bridge in Venice, a significant landmark in the city. Created between 1631 and 1691, the print showcases Silvestre's talent for architectural detail, capturing the bridge's intricate design and the surrounding buildings. The scene is filled with gondolas and figures, bringing a sense of bustling city life to the image. The inscription below the bridge incorrectly attributes its design to Michelangelo, highlighting the misattribution that often occurred in historical depictions of architecture. The etching exemplifies the popular genre of veduta, where artists would create precise representations of cityscapes to document the splendor of urban environments.