Gezicht op de Place Royale te Parijs 1745 - 1775

"Gezicht op de Place Royale te Parijs" is a hand-colored etching created by Jean-François Daumont between 1745 and 1775, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts the Place Royale in Paris, with the royal palace dominating the background and a central garden in the foreground. It is a detailed and accurate representation of the square, capturing the elegant architecture of the buildings, the bustling activity of the city, and the carefully planned layout of the space. Daumont's depiction provides a valuable glimpse into the urban landscape of 18th century Paris.