Gezicht op de Porte Saint-Denis in Parijs c. 1788

"Gezicht op de Porte Saint-Denis in Parijs," an aquatint by Joseph-Alexandre Le Campion, is a detailed depiction of the Porte Saint-Denis in Paris, France. Created in 1788, the piece captures the grandeur of the triumphal arch, constructed in 1672 to commemorate Louis XIV's victories. Le Campion, a young artist born in 1785 and tragically deceased in 1802, captured the structure's architectural details with precision, showcasing the intricate carvings and grand scale of the monument. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the urban landscape of 18th century Paris.