Interior View of the Court Yard and Frontal View of the Defense Mechanism at Chateau d'Anet by Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau

Interior View of the Court Yard and Frontal View of the Defense Mechanism at Chateau d'Anet 1607

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This engraving by Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau depicts the Chateau d'Anet, a Renaissance-era castle in France. The top portion showcases a bird's-eye perspective of the courtyard, with a detailed plan of the tiled floor. Below, the artwork provides a detailed view of the castle's main entrance, highlighting the intricate design of the archway and surrounding fortifications. This engraving, created in 1607, serves as a valuable historical record of this significant architectural structure.