Gezicht op de Porte Saint-Bernard before 1655

"Gezicht op de Porte Saint-Bernard" is an etching created by the renowned French artist Israel Silvestre before 1655. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a detailed view of the Saint-Bernard gate in Paris. Silvestre, known for his precise architectural renderings, captures the gate's grandeur and its surrounding buildings with meticulous detail. The image is framed by a river, with boats traversing its waters, and features small figures going about their daily lives, adding a sense of scale and context to the scene. The etched lines create a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the realism of the composition. This etching is a valuable historical document, showcasing the architecture and daily life of 17th-century Paris.