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A View of Paris and the Seine looking East from the Pont Barbier, c. 1668 (oil on canvas)
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A View of Paris and the Seine looking East from the Pont Barbier, c. 1668 (oil on canvas)
827833 A View of Paris and the Seine looking East from the Pont Barbier, c.1668 (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); 69x124.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A View of Paris and the Seine looking East from the Pont Barbier. French School, circa 1668. Oil on canvas. Panted circa 1668. 69 x 124.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22739598
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1660s 1668 Activity Background People Busy By The Side Of A River Bystander Civil Engineering Continental Pictures Diminishing Perspective Elevated Elevated View Embankment French School Ile De France Late 17th Century Late Seventeenth Century Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Old Master Paintings Overlooking Perspective Receding View River Bank River Seine Rivers Edge Rowboat Rowing Boat Sail Boat Sailboat Sailing Boat Sailing Vessel Seine View To Land Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel 19th Century Painting Natural Space
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This print showcases "A View of Paris and the Seine looking East from the Pont Barbier" painted by the French School in circa 1668. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 69x124.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The painting transports us back to late seventeenth-century Paris, offering a glimpse into its bustling urban landscape. From an elevated viewpoint, we witness the majestic River Seine flowing gracefully through the city, surrounded by magnificent architecture and lively activity. Sailing boats gracefully glide along the river's surface as bystanders observe from both sides of the embankment. The scene captures a vibrant snapshot of daily life during this era, with people going about their day against a backdrop of stunning buildings. The artist skillfully employs diminishing perspective to create depth and realism within the composition. Every detail is meticulously captured, from architectural features to human figures engaged in various activities. This mid-seventeenth-century artwork not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but also serves as a valuable historical document depicting Parisian life at that time. It offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in this rich cultural moment while appreciating the beauty of nature intertwined with man-made structures. Bridgeman Images has expertly preserved this piece for our enjoyment today, allowing us to marvel at its intricate details and transport ourselves back centuries ago when Paris was just as enchanting as it remains today.
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