Plattegrond van de eerste verdieping van de Villa Grimaldi-Sauli te Genua 1622

This detailed architectural drawing by Nicolaes Ryckmans depicts the first floor plan of the Villa Grimaldi-Sauli in Genoa, Italy, dated 1622. The plan shows the layout of rooms, including a large central hall, smaller chambers, and a courtyard. The drawing is a meticulous record of the villa's design, capturing the arrangement of rooms and their dimensions, highlighting the craftsmanship and architectural sophistication of the period. The artwork showcases the influence of the Italian Renaissance on architectural design, and provides a glimpse into the domestic lives of the elite in 17th-century Genoa.