Who painted L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris?

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris was painted by Israël Silvestre in 1652.

Where can I see L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris?

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris?

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris

Israël Silvestre , 1652

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris is an ink print by the Baroque artist Israël Silvestre. It dates from 1652 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

L'Hostel de Vandosme a Paris is an etching created by Israel Silvestre in 1652. It is a topographical print depicting a notable Parisian building.

Subject & Meaning

The etching shows the Hôtel de Vandosme, a symmetrical building with arched windows, a flat roof, and decorative statues and shield. The scene includes people and horses, suggesting a lively atmosphere around the building.

Technique & Style

Silvestre's work is characterized by fine lines and detailed rendering, capturing the building's architectural features such as columns and decorative frames.

History & Provenance

Israel Silvestre was born in 1621 in Nancy and trained in Paris under his uncle, an etcher and print dealer. He traveled extensively before producing etchings of notable buildings between the 1630s and 1650s.

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…