Hoofdgestel en kapiteel van tempel van Salomo in Jeruzalem. before 1700

This anonymous 17th-century engraving depicts a detailed cross-section of the capital and shaft of a column from Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem. The image shows the column's intricate design, with its fluted shaft, ornate capital adorned with stylized leaves, and the entablature above. The engraving, likely intended for architectural study, showcases the architectural principles of the ancient world. The artist meticulously captures the complex details, offering a visual guide to the structure's design and construction. The work exemplifies the interest in classical architecture during the Renaissance and Baroque periods.