Grand Parterre du Jardin de la Royne mere a Luxembourg, in Traité du Jardinage selon les Raisons de la Nature et de l'Art 1638

This detailed engraving by Michel van Lochom, created in 1638, depicts the "Grand Parterre du Jardin de la Royne mere a Luxembourg," showcasing an intricate design of a formal garden. The design features a central, circular space surrounded by four square panels, each filled with elaborate floral patterns in the Baroque style. The intricate details and the use of linework convey the grandeur and symmetry of the garden design, reflecting the artistic and architectural trends of the 17th century. This piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a valuable historical record of a significant garden design.