Jean-Claude Golvin

Bordeaux, the port in the 15th century

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Gouache, Graphite, Paper, Watercolor

Dimensions

65.7 × 50.8 cm (overall)

Period

Middle Ages

Geographical area

Location or theme

Bordeaux

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Aerial view of the port of Bordeaux in the 15th c. The drawing is in portrait format and has no frame. Inscriptions appear on the reverse.
In the foreground, the scene shows the Cailhau gateway opening onto warehouses. The city is protected by the ramparts and towers to the left and in the background.

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