Vijvers en fonteinen in de tuin van de Villa d'Este te Tivoli Possibly 1670 - 1717

This detailed etching by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk depicts the gardens of the Villa d'Este in Tivoli, Italy. The artwork features an aerial perspective of the manicured gardens, showcasing the intricate water features, fountains, and geometric pathways that were popular in Italian Renaissance gardens. Created sometime between 1670 and 1711, this print is a valuable document of the beauty and design of a significant historical site. The detailed rendering of the gardens and the figures within them provides a glimpse into the leisurely activities and social life that took place within these elegant spaces. The print is currently held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.