Boslaan met de drie bruggen voor het Huis ter Nieuburch in Rijswijk, 1697 1697

This etching by Dutch artist Jan van Vianen, titled “Boslaan met de drie bruggen voor het Huis ter Nieuburch in Rijswijk”, depicts a grand processional scene. Dated 1697, the artwork showcases a bustling road lined with trees, leading to a stately house. Numerous figures, some on horseback, others on foot, make their way along the path, emphasizing the importance of the occasion. The intricate detail of the etching, from the architectural elements to the expressions on the faces of the figures, highlights van Vianen's skill in capturing the essence of Dutch life in the late 17th century. This piece is a fine example of the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with meticulous depictions of everyday life and grand events.