Tuin met twee parterres en de gevel van een huis c. 1583 - 1640

This anonymous etching, titled "Tuin met twee parterres en de gevel van een huis", depicts a formal garden in the Netherlands, dating to the 16th or 17th century. The print showcases a high degree of detail, displaying a complex layout of symmetrical parterres, or ornamental gardens, and a grand house facade in the background. These elements are characteristic of Dutch Renaissance garden design, which prioritized geometric order and visual harmony. The garden’s intricate layout and manicured hedges reflect the prevailing artistic and cultural values of the era, emphasizing control, precision, and the idealization of nature.