Man klimt een ladder omhoog uit een diepe put om een pagode binnen te komen 1672

This 1672 engraving, titled "Man klimt een ladder omhoog uit een diepe put om een pagode binnen te komen," is a depiction of a man climbing a ladder out of a deep well to enter a pagoda. The image is a detailed illustration of the architecture and interior design of a traditional pagoda, complete with columns, ornate decorations, and a variety of objects scattered throughout the scene. The artist, who remains anonymous, has captured a moment of movement and tension as the man ascends the ladder, creating a sense of anticipation and mystery. This engraving is a prime example of 17th-century Dutch illustrative art, offering a glimpse into the cultural curiosity and fascination with foreign lands that characterized the period.