Gezicht op Château d'Anet in vogelvluchtperspectief 1655

"Gezicht op Château d'Anet in vogelvluchtperspectief" (1655) by Matthäus Merian the Younger is an aerial perspective view of the Château d'Anet, a Renaissance-era palace built for Diane de Poitiers. This detailed engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the grand scale of the structure, showcasing its gardens, courtyards, and surrounding landscape. Merian's precise rendering of the palace and its grounds highlights the architectural and horticultural achievements of the era, offering viewers a glimpse into a bygone era of French aristocracy.