The city view emerged as a distinct genre in the later seventeenth century and saw extensive development during the eighteenth century, when large series of topographical views were produced for a growing audience interested in geography, travel and the representation of place. The present selection of antique city views spans different periods and techniques, including both printed works and drawings. As survivals of early modern visual and print culture, these works are valued for the insight they provide into the historical appearance of cities and the evolution of the urban landscape.
The city view emerged as a distinct genre in the later seventeenth century and saw extensive development during the eighteenth century, when large series of topographical views were produced for a growing audience interested in geography, travel and the representation of place. The present selection of antique city views spans different periods and techniques, including both printed works and drawings. As survivals of early modern visual and print culture, these works are valued for the insight they provide into the historical appearance of cities and the evolution of the urban landscape.
