Kasteel Herbeke in Hemiksem by Jacobus Harrewijn

Kasteel Herbeke in Hemiksem 1696

landscape illustration sketch

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

"Kasteel Herbeke in Hemiksem" is an etching by Jacobus Harrewijn from 1696, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The work depicts a bird's eye view of Herbeke Castle, with the surrounding gardens and waterways. The meticulous detail, with its emphasis on the formal gardens and symmetry, showcases the Dutch Baroque style, where architectural elements are integrated into a unified design with nature. Harrewijn's work offers a glimpse into the rich history and landscape of 17th-century Belgium.