Tuin met een parterre, omgeven door hekken en open paviljoens 1583

"Tuin met een parterre, omgeven door hekken en open paviljoens" is an anonymous 1583 engraving depicting a formal garden design. This print from the Rijksmuseum shows a complex, geometric layout with a central fountain surrounded by intricate parterres, walkways, hedges, and open pavilions. The composition utilizes an aerial perspective, giving the viewer a bird's-eye view of the garden's elegant design. This engraving offers a glimpse into the popular garden styles of the 16th century, showcasing the meticulous planning and symmetry that characterized the era's garden design aesthetic.