Gezicht op de Engelenbrug te Rome 1859 - 1891

Elias Stark's "Gezicht op de Engelenbrug te Rome" (1859 - 1891) is a captivating black and white etching depicting the iconic cityscape of Rome. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the Tiber River flowing gracefully past the imposing Castel Sant'Angelo and the elegant Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge, leading the eye towards the magnificent dome of St. Peter's Basilica in the distance. Stark's meticulous detail and skillful use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and atmosphere, transporting the viewer to the heart of the Eternal City.