City View

1681

Melchior Küsel

Associated Names
Melchior Küsel

Artist, German, 1626 - 1683

Johann Wilhelm Baur

Artist After, German, 1607 - 1641

The image shows a cityscape with buildings viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is at the top third of the image, with a large building with twin towers dominating the skyline. Smaller buildings stretch into the distance. The artistic technique involves fine lines and cross-hatching to create a detailed effect. The color palette is monochromatic with varying shades of black and white. Figures and animals are depicted in the foreground, providing scale against the urban backdrop. On the right, a large structure frames the edge of the image. Clouds can be seen in the sky above the city.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.23.49

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, Vol. II, no. 4, State p.162

  • Series Title

    Underschildliche Prospecten


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65575546

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