Pont-de-Beauvoisin c1864 River and Watermill Félix Benoist Antique Print

Description

Pont-de-Beauvoisin in Savoie France is depicted in this antique print dating from circa 1864. Based on a composition by Félix Benoist the view combines a lively river scene with traditional buildings a watermill and the village in the background.

The river leads the eye through the composition between its contrasting banks. Buildings beside the water and the mill provide architectural interest while figures walking along the path introduce details of everyday rural life.

The movement of the water contrasts with the solid forms of the buildings. A distant bridge and the village skyline give depth to the scene connecting the foreground riverbanks with the settlement beyond.

Fine detail in the architecture vegetation and river creates a picturesque view of Pont-de-Beauvoisin. The composition balances the natural setting with the buildings and activities associated with life beside the water.

Published in Paris around 1864 this nineteenth-century print will interest collectors of Savoie regional views French landscapes watermills and historical village scenes. Its broad margins provide space around the image.

Details:
Subject: Pont-de-Beauvoisin river and watermill.
Location: Savoie France.
Composition: Félix Benoist.
Publication: Paris circa 1864.
Paper: wove paper.
Sheet dimensions: 41.7 × 31.2 cm.
Image dimensions: 31.7 × 22.2 cm.