A Selection of Twenty of the Most Picturesque Views in Paris, and its Environs: Dedication Page

1803

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Cityscape

Dominant colour

A Selection of Twenty of the Most Picturesque Views in Paris, and its Environs: Dedication Page is a 1803 by John Girtin, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: John Girtin
When & what style?: 1803 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This page looks like an old letter with fancy writing. At the top, there’s a small drawing of two lions sitting on either side of a shield with a crown. Below that, the words say *"To the Right Honourable George, Earl of Y..."*—it’s a dedication to someone important. The rest is written in looping, careful handwriting, with a signature at the bottom that reads *"John Girtin."* The lions and shield are a classic way to show power or family pride. The writing style and the drawing feel very formal, like something from a long time ago. If you like this kind of old, detailed art, look up The Cleveland Museum of Art.