De Oranjetuin, 1787 1787 - 1788

quirky illustration

quirky sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

cartoon carciture

sketchbook art

"De Oranje Tuyn" (The Orange Garden) is an engraving by Joseph Gleich, dating from 1787-1788. The print, now held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a stylized garden with a central fountain and a series of figures representing different aspects of Dutch identity. The composition is richly symbolic, featuring a phoenix, a crowned globe, and an angel holding a banner, alluding to the power and legacy of the House of Orange. The print offers a unique perspective on Dutch history and culture through the lens of art.