Bout-original Engraving-cavaliere View Of Bordeaux-late 18th Century

Old view of Bordeaux Title: Bordeaux – Bird's-eye view with captionsEstimated period: Late 17th – early 18th century (circa 1700)Framing: Bamboo-style wooden frame, mounted under glassView dimensions: 20 x 30 cmWith frame: 31 cm x 41 cm Description of the work This engraving represents a bird's-eye view of the city of Bordeaux, drawn in perspective from a high point (probably right bank), with the fortifications, churches, the port on the Garonne, and the surrounding countryside.It shows:A numbered caption identifying the major monumentsTwo decorative cartouches carried by cherubsA fine and precise graphic style, characteristic of the urban views published in city atlases or topographical collections of the 17th/18th centuryThis type of view was intended for scholars, travelers or aristocrats, and served to disseminate a prestigious image of the cityCondition: Good. Slightly yellowed paper with fine central folding marks (typical of old prints). No visible tears. Very decorative.