Plattegronden en façades van twee villa's ontworpen door Andrea Palladio 17th century

This 17th-century anonymous engraving depicts the floor plans and facades of two villas designed by the renowned Italian architect Andrea Palladio. The detailed plans, labeled “Ichnographia” and “Edificium”, showcase the geometric precision and classical proportions characteristic of Palladio’s work. The image provides valuable insights into the design principles and construction methods of Palladian architecture, which influenced European architecture for centuries. It also illustrates the continued interest in and appreciation for Palladio’s work long after his death. Keywords: Palladio, villas, architecture, engraving, floor plans, facades, Italian Renaissance, classical, geometric, proportions.