Gezicht op Mystras Possibly 1679 - 1717

Willem Swidde's "Gezicht op Mystras" is a detailed and colorful depiction of the historic city of Mystras, Greece, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This small, hand-colored engraving was likely created between 1679 and 1717 and currently resides in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork displays a panoramic perspective of the city nestled on the slopes of a hill, with the surrounding landscape and a river winding through the scene. Swidde was a Dutch engraver known for his intricate depictions of cityscapes and landscapes, and "Gezicht op Mystras" exemplifies his meticulous style.