Ontwerp voor een fontein in een landschap c. 1725 - 1750

This etching by Gabriel Huquier, a prominent French artist of the 18th century, is a design for a fountain in a landscape. The central figure of a seated male figure pouring water from a vessel into a channel below evokes a sense of classicism and grandeur. The surrounding landscape, with its trees and distant hills, adds a picturesque touch. This drawing is a testament to the decorative arts of the Baroque and Rococo periods, reflecting the fondness for elaborate and imaginative fountain designs during this era. The design, with its intricate details, is a testament to the craftsmanship of Gabriel Huquier.