Artwork
Veue de la Maison de Monsieur de Bretonuillerdans l'Isle Nostre Dame
Veue de la Maison de Monsieur de Bretonuillerdans l'Isle Nostre Dame is an ink print by the Baroque artist Israël Silvestre. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Veue de la Maison de Monsieur de Bretonuillerdans l'Isle Nostre Dame is an etching created by Israel Silvestre in 1664. It depicts a grand residence on Île Notre-Dame, showcasing the artist's skill in documenting notable buildings and landscapes.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows the house of Monsieur de Bretonuiller, a prominent individual, situated on an island. The scene includes people in period attire, a horse-drawn carriage, and boats, conveying a sense of activity and order.
Technique & Style
Silvestre's etching is characterized by precise and detailed lines, typical of 17th-century printmaking. The level of detail suggests that the artist worked from sketches made during his travels.
History & Provenance
Israel Silvestre, born in 1621, was trained by his uncle, an etcher and print-seller. Silvestre traveled extensively before producing etchings of the landscapes and buildings he encountered, often selling them individually or in series.
Artist & collection
Artist
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…
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