Gezicht op de binnenplaats van een van de kloosters in het Escorial 1694 - 1737

Pieter van den Berge's "Gezicht op de binnenplaats van een van de kloosters in het Escorial" is a detailed etching and watercolor depicting the inner courtyard of one of the cloisters at the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain. The artwork, created between 1694 and 1737, offers a clear perspective of the cloister's architectural features, including the arcades and a central fountain. The artwork’s meticulous detail allows viewers to visualize the grandeur of the monastery’s inner spaces. This captivating portrayal of a prominent historical site speaks to the artistic interest in architecture and historical documentation during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.