Who painted Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau?

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau was painted by Israël Silvestre in 1666.

Where can I see Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau?

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau?

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau

Israël Silvestre , 1666

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau is a print by the Baroque artist Israël Silvestre. It dates from 1666 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Vue de l'Etang de Fontainebleau is a 1666 print by Israël Silvestre, a French artist known for his detailed topographical views.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the pond at the Palace of Fontainebleau, with the palace and surrounding landscape rendered in precise detail. Figures are shown engaging in leisure activities, such as horseback riding and boating, adding a sense of life to the scene.

Technique & Style

Silvestre's etching technique is characterized by fine lines that capture the subtleties of the scene, from the textures of clothing to the ripples on the water. This attention to detail was typical of 17th-century topographical art.

History & Provenance

Israël Silvestre was raised by his uncle, an etcher and print-seller, and later traveled extensively throughout France, Spain, and Italy to document landscapes and architecture. His work was sold individually and in series.

Artist & collection

Artist

Israël Silvestre

Israel Silvestre (13 August 1621 in Nancy – 11 October 1691 in Paris), called the Younger to distinguish him from his father, was a prolific French draftsman, etcher and print dealer who specialized in topographical views and perspectives…