Gezicht op de kerk van de Jezuiten in de rue Pot-de-Fer te Parijs 1631 - 1661

This watercolor drawing by Israel Silvestre depicts the Jesuit Church on the rue Pot-de-Fer in Paris. The church stands prominently in the center of the composition, its facade partially obscured by a row of trees and a group of figures walking towards the building. This view is framed by a yellow border and is part of a larger collection of drawings depicting the city of Paris. Silvestre, a renowned artist specializing in topographical views, captured the bustling streets and iconic architecture of the city in the 17th century. This detailed work highlights the importance of urban landscapes in 17th century art.