Gezicht op de voorste poort van Huis ten Bosch after 1717

This anonymous engraving, "Gezicht op de voorste poort van Huis ten Bosch," is a view of the front gate of Huis ten Bosch, a royal palace in The Hague, Netherlands. The engraving depicts a formal garden with a central pathway and a grand gate leading to the palace. The image is a depiction of a popular and well-known destination, a glimpse into Dutch architecture and gardens, from the 18th century. The image shows the formal symmetry of the gardens, and the grandeur of the palace, and is a reminder of a time when royal residences were places of great beauty and importance. The engraving, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical document, showcasing the architecture and landscape design of the era.