Erepoort te Vlissingen, 1766 1766

This anonymous drawing from 1766, titled "Erepoort te Vlissingen," depicts a triumphal archway, likely a design for a real-life structure. The arch is adorned with decorative elements, including a central urn with a tree and two flanking torches. The inscription on the archway suggests a commemorative purpose, celebrating the virtues of loyalty and strength. This architectural drawing provides insight into 18th-century Dutch design aesthetics and the prevalence of celebratory monuments.