Kerk van Paulus de Heremiet in de tuinen van het Palacio del Buen Retiro te Madrid 1694 - 1737

This etching by Pieter van den Berge, dating from 1694-1737, depicts the Hermitage of Saint Paul within the Buen Retiro Gardens in Madrid. The print showcases a meticulous perspective of the church and fountain, with a lively scene of people walking through the courtyard. The detailed architecture, including the domed roofs of the surrounding buildings, highlights the skillful draftsmanship of van den Berge, a renowned artist of his time. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a snapshot of the gardens' beauty and the social life that took place within them.