Gezicht op Carlat 1638

This is an aerial view of Carlat, rendered with ink and watercolour wash. The fortification occupies most of the view, represented in shades of pink, with the suggestion of buildings and structures. This is offset by neutral tones and blues to create a sense of balance in the composition. In this anonymous work, the visual elements are not just representational but also function as signs within a semiotic system. The structured layout and high vantage point suggest an attempt to impose order. The choice of color, the precision of line, and the manipulation of perspective destabilize traditional landscape art by turning it into a form of documentation. Notice how the composition is framed by a yellow border with a thin red line, emphasizing its constructed nature. This encourages us to recognize that the depiction of Carlat is less about capturing the essence of a place and more about constructing an idea of space and control.