Bestorming van stad vanaf het water 1613 - 1695

"Bestorming van stad vanaf het water" (Storming of the City from the Water) is an etching by Nicolas Perelle, a French artist known for his detailed depictions of cities and landscapes. Created between 1613 and 1695, this circular print showcases a picturesque view of a city, perhaps Rome, with a towering obelisk in the distance. The foreground features Roman ruins and figures, emphasizing the grandeur of the ancient world. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, providing a glimpse into Perelle’s artistic prowess and his fascination with the architectural marvels of antiquity.