Tuin van Paleis Honselaarsdijk met fontein 1689 - 1702
carelallard
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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old engraving style
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
"Tuin van Paleis Honselaarsdijk met fontein," a detailed engraving by Dutch artist Carel Allard, depicts the gardens of Honselaarsdijk Palace in the Netherlands. Created between 1689-1702, the artwork showcases the formal, geometric design of the gardens, featuring a central fountain, manicured hedges, and statues. Allard's precise and realistic style captures the grandeur of the palace grounds, offering a glimpse into the 17th-century Dutch aristocracy's appreciation for refined landscaping. The print, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides valuable insight into the historical landscape architecture and artistic sensibilities of the period.
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