Gezicht op Genève 1817 - 1882

"Gezicht op Genève" (View of Geneva), an 1817-1882 lithograph by Johann Gabriel Friedrich Poppel, depicts a panoramic view of the Swiss city of Geneva. The artwork showcases the city's waterfront, featuring a long row of buildings lining the shore, a river in the foreground, and a distant cityscape. The detailed composition, created using the lithographic printing technique, captures the architectural features and urban landscape of Geneva, showcasing the city's beauty and grandeur. This artwork offers a glimpse into the urban life of Geneva in the 19th century, providing a valuable historical record of the city's urban development and architectural style.