Gezicht op het huis van mijnheer le Mareschal Daumont 1652

Israel Silvestre created this print of the house of Mr. le Mareschal Daumont in Paris using etching. The architectural drawing presents a symmetrical composition, where the orderly arrangement of windows, chimneys, and decorative elements emphasizes balance. The facade is divided into distinct horizontal layers, from the detailed garden parterres to the ornamented roofline, creating a structured and visually pleasing layout. Silvestre’s perspective flattens the building, reducing depth in favor of a more graphic representation of the facade. This approach highlights the surface qualities of the building, transforming architectural elements into patterns on the page. The linear precision allows for a detailed examination of architectural style and design. The print invites us to examine how it represents social status and architectural form through its detailed and carefully constructed image. It's a visual document reflecting the cultural values attached to property and status in its time.