Gezicht op kerk in Venetië 1645 - 1691

"Gezicht op kerk in Venetië" (View of a Church in Venice) is a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Israel Silvestre. This detailed print, now held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a precise and realistic depiction of a church in Venice, likely the church of San Lorenzo, which the inscription at the top of the print mentions. The artist's meticulous rendering of architectural details and the surrounding cityscape within a circular frame reflects the popular architectural drawing style prevalent in the Dutch Golden Age. The artwork highlights Silvestre's skill in capturing the grandeur and intricate beauty of Venetian architecture.