Gezicht op een landhuis en tuin 1683 - 1733

"Gezicht op een landhuis en tuin" (View of a Country House and Garden), a 17th-century etching by Bernard Picart, showcases a meticulously detailed view of a grand estate. The print depicts a formal garden with intricate pathways, a central fountain, and a stately manor house with a prominent facade. The composition features a wide-angle perspective that extends to the cityscape in the distance, emphasizing the grandeur and scale of the estate. The artwork offers insight into the architectural and horticultural trends of the period, showcasing the idealized gardens and palatial residences favoured by European aristocracy.