Decoratie voor trappenhuis van Hertog van Albemarle in Voorst after 1703

This anonymous etching from after 1703 shows an elaborate design for the staircase in the home of the Duke of Albemarle in Voorst. The work depicts a scene with classical architecture and figures, including a group of figures in the clouds above a grand archway with columns. Below, the scene features a garden with a woman reclining on a couch surrounded by other figures. The image showcases the grandeur of a grand staircase in Baroque style, showcasing the artistic tastes of the elite at the time. The etching is a part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcasing architectural design in the Netherlands in the early 18th century.