Gezelschap gezeten in een tuin bij een kasteel 1835 - 1837

"Gezelschap gezeten in een tuin bij een kasteel" (Company Seated in a Garden by a Castle) is a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, completed between 1835 and 1837. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a group of figures, including men and women, gathered in a verdant garden. Their elaborate clothing and the surrounding architecture suggest a scene from a historical period, likely the 16th or 17th century. The intricate detail and the use of light and shadow give the artwork a sense of depth and realism. This lithograph offers a glimpse into the social interactions and leisure activities of the past, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation amidst the grandeur of the setting.