Gezicht op de Jardin des Plantes 1655 - 1695

Adam Perelle's "Gezicht op de Jardin des Plantes" is an etching depicting a bird's-eye view of the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. Created between 1655 and 1695, the print showcases the formal gardens, meticulously laid out in a geometric pattern, and features a central building. This detailed perspective drawing reflects the scientific curiosity and interest in natural history that characterized the 17th century. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the Parisian landscape of Perelle's time.