Gezicht op een tuin en een paleis van de doge van Venetië 18th century
chereau
rijksmuseum
print, etching, paper, engraving
etching
landscape
paper
coloured pencil
cityscape
engraving
rococo
This 18th-century print by Chéreau depicts the Palace of the Doge in Venice and its surrounding gardens. The artwork showcases a formal, geometrically designed garden, featuring symmetrical pathways, manicured hedges, and intricate water features. The print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of Venetian gardens during the 18th century, a period known for its appreciation of classical architecture and landscaping. The use of perspective and detail in the composition further enhances the viewer's sense of the garden's scale and beauty. The image, titled "Vue et Perspective du Palais et Jardin du Doge à Venise", provides a fascinating historical record of the Doge's palace and its gardens, capturing a significant aspect of Venetian cultural life during this period.
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