Artwork
Vue du palais et des jardins des Tuileries, du côté du cours la Reine

Vue du palais et des jardins des Tuileries, du côté du cours la Reine is a print by the Baroque artist Israël Silvestre. It dates from 1673 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1950.176
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Prasse Collection
About this work
Overview
Vue du palais et des jardins des Tuileries, du côté du cours la Reine is a 1673 etching by Israël Silvestre, a French artist known for topographical views.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Tuileries Palace and gardens from the Cours-la-Reine, showcasing a formal garden with a long path, statues, and fountains, and people strolling or gathered in groups.
Technique & Style
Silvestre employed chiaroscuro, with strong light-dark contrasts, to create depth and drama, characteristic of the Baroque style, which often featured grand landscapes and dramatic lighting.
History & Provenance
Silvestre was raised by his uncle, an etcher and print-seller, and traveled extensively to document architectural and garden views, informing his work, including this etching based on on-site sketches.
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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…

















