Dom und Bischöfliches Palais zu Speyer vor der Zerstörung 1689 by Israel Silvestre

Dom und Bischöfliches Palais zu Speyer vor der Zerstörung 1689 1665

drawing, ink, indian-ink, chalk, architecture

architectural sketch

landscape illustration sketch

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

baroque

mechanical pen drawing

french

pencil sketch

old engraving style

etching

ink

indian-ink

pen-ink sketch

chalk

pen work

14_17th-century

architecture

"Dom und Bischöfliches Palais zu Speyer vor der Zerstörung 1689" (The Cathedral and the Episcopal Palace in Speyer before the destruction in 1689) is a 1665 drawing by French artist Israel Silvestre, depicting the Speyer Cathedral and the adjacent episcopal palace before the devastation caused by the French army in 1689. The drawing is housed in the Städel Museum and provides a valuable historical record of the architectural complex before its tragic destruction. Silvestre's detailed depiction showcases the grandeur of the buildings, capturing the intricate details of the facade and surrounding structures. This artwork is a testament to the beauty of the cathedral and palace before their destruction, serving as a reminder of the fragility of cultural heritage.