An engraving depicting the miniature fort built in the grounds of the Palais Cardinal in 1650 for the amusement and instruction of Louis XIV (1638-1715). The bastion type of fortification was a response to efficient artillery and allowed defenders protection while allowing them to fire at any position the attackers took up. In the foreground is part of a formal parterre. Engraving by Israel Silvestre, the Younger (1621-1691) a French draftsman, etcher and print dealer. Dated 17th century

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RJHA25

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6804 x 3082 px | 57.6 x 26.1 cm | 22.7 x 10.3 inches | 300dpi

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1651

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