Gezicht door een poort op de orangerie op landgoed Clingendael Possibly 1682 - 1746

This etching by Daniël Stopendaal depicts a view of the orangery at the Clingendael estate, likely made between 1682 and 1746. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, provides a detailed view of the formal gardens and architecture of the estate, featuring a central building with a symmetrical facade and a series of intricate parterres, all enclosed by high hedges. The perspective of the image is reminiscent of Dutch Golden Age landscape paintings, showcasing the idealized beauty of the gardens and the grandeur of the estate. The etching also reveals the meticulous attention to detail that characterized Dutch art of the period, from the meticulously rendered architectural elements to the finely drawn foliage and figures. This artwork offers a fascinating glimpse into the opulent world of Dutch estates in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.