Parkgezicht 1677 - 1744

Isaac de Moucheron's "Parkgezicht" (1677-1744), a drawing now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a serene glimpse into a meticulously designed garden. This architectural landscape is a hallmark of 17th-century Dutch art, often referred to as "Italianate" for its inspiration from Renaissance Italian gardens. The piece features a classical fountain at the center of the composition, surrounded by figures enjoying the idyllic setting, hinting at the leisure and refinement of the period. The precise detail of the architecture and foliage further accentuates the cultivated nature of this formal garden space.