Reuk 1684 - 1756

This print, *Reuk* (1684-1756) by Dutch artist Martin Engelbrecht (1684-1756), depicts a scene from an idyllic garden. The viewer is shown a scene of a formal garden with a fountain and a group of four figures in the foreground, all wearing elaborate clothing. The figures are engaged in a conversation, adding a human touch to the otherwise picturesque scene. This charming and detailed depiction of a garden, framed by a decorative border of roses, represents a popular theme during the Baroque period in the Netherlands.