Gezicht op de Tiber 1631 - 1661

"Gezicht op de Tiber" (View of the Tiber) is an etching by Dutch artist Israel Silvestre, created between 1631 and 1661. The artwork, now located in the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale depiction of a bridge over the Tiber River in Rome. Silvestre's masterful use of lines creates a detailed and atmospheric view of the bridge and surrounding cityscape, including a water wheel and a glimpse of a nearby building. This print is an example of Silvestre's skill as a draftsman and his keen observation of the architecture and landscape of Rome. The etching's fine lines and meticulous details make it a valuable historical document for understanding the appearance of Rome in the 17th century.