Gezicht op het klooster van Val-de-Grâce 1661
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"Gezicht op het klooster van Val-de-Grâce" (View of the Monastery of Val-de-Grâce), an etching by Israel Silvestre (1621-1691), depicts the Val-de-Grâce monastery in Paris, France. The artwork, dating back to 1661, showcases the monastery's grand facade, gardens, and surrounding landscape. Silvestre's meticulous detail captures the architectural features of the building, highlighting its ornate details and symmetrical design. The artwork serves as a historical document, offering a glimpse into 17th-century Paris and the architectural style of the period. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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