Twaalf helften van kapitelen 1622

"Twaalf helften van kapitelen" is an anonymous 17th-century engraving depicting twelve different examples of architectural capitals, each in a different style. This detailed drawing provides an educational tool for studying architectural history. The drawing utilizes an engraving technique for a visual and illustrative effect, which was highly popular during the 17th century. This print is significant for its emphasis on the different architectural styles that dominated the era, and this work offers insight into architectural and decorative practices of the time. The meticulous detail of the engraving reveals the artist's knowledge and interest in architectural design.