View of a Wing of the Palace of Fontaineblue, Comprising the Fountain Court n.d.

This etching by Jacques Rigaud depicts a view of the Palace of Fontainebleau, specifically the Fountain Court. The artist, who was known for his architectural engravings, captures the grandeur of the palace's facade, lined with trees and a canal. The composition emphasizes the building's symmetry and the formal arrangement of the surrounding gardens. The figures in the foreground, both on land and water, add a sense of scale and activity to the scene, highlighting the palace's use as a royal residence and its role in social life. The etching is a fine example of 18th-century French architectural drawing.