Kruidentuin met fontein 1608

"Kruidentuin met fontein" (1608) by Willem van Swanenburg is a detailed engraving depicting a formal garden with a central fountain. This intricate print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a title page for the herbal "Cruydt-Boeck" by Rembert Dodoens. The ornate frame features classical columns, a botanical theme, and portraits of both Dodoens and Carolus Clusius, highlighting the book's dedication to the study of plants. The composition, reminiscent of Renaissance garden designs, reflects the era's fascination with nature and scientific exploration.