Gezicht op Neuchâtel 1735

"Gezicht op Neuchâtel" is an anonymous 1735 view of the Swiss city of Neuchâtel. The work is an engraving, using lines to represent the landscape, buildings, and even the clouds in the sky. The artist provides detail in the city itself, and in the foreground, two cherubs are shown holding up a banner with the name of the city, "Neuchâtel." The print's composition is based on a perspective view, emphasizing the depth of the cityscape. This detailed and evocative image provides a glimpse into the history and artistry of 18th-century Neuchâtel.