Zicht op de Rue Kéréon en de kathedraal in Quimper 1863 - 1864

Léon Auguste Asselineau created this print of Rue Kéréon and the cathedral in Quimper. Asselineau constructs a view dominated by architectural forms defined by their linear qualities. The cathedral's spires serve as a focal point, piercing the sky and drawing the eye upwards, but the buildings lining the street create a sense of enclosure and order. Notice the muted tones, which contribute to a sense of timelessness. The print, with its emphasis on structure, prompts a meditation on how we perceive and categorize space. The precise lines and forms suggest a world governed by reason and order. Yet, the softness of the etching technique introduces a contrasting element that undermines any sense of absolute certainty. It leaves us contemplating the complex interplay between perception, representation, and the structures that shape our understanding of the world.