Gezicht op de stad Madrid 1695 - 1706

This anonymous 17th century depiction of Madrid provides a detailed view of the city's landscape and surrounding countryside. This "Gezicht op de stad Madrid" (View of the City of Madrid) is a panoramic cityscape, capturing the city from a bird's eye perspective with a strong emphasis on the Manzanares River and the city's bridge. The inclusion of small figures in the foreground adds a sense of scale and human interaction. This map-like artwork likely served as a guide for travelers to the bustling Spanish capital. The artwork, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, is an intriguing glimpse into Madrid's historical architecture and urban planning, highlighting the city's development at the turn of the 18th century.