Gezicht op een deel van de tuinen van Huis ten Bosch after 1717

This anonymous engraving, dated after 1717, is a bird's eye view of the gardens of Huis ten Bosch, a royal palace near The Hague, Netherlands. The intricate design of the gardens, with their parterres, water features, and geometric patterns, is meticulously rendered in detail. The engraving is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the Dutch aristocracy in the early 18th century. This print was most likely made for a wider audience, perhaps as a souvenir for those visiting the palace or as a decorative piece for a domestic space. The Rijksmuseum's collection of this engraving is a testament to the enduring interest in the visual representation of gardens and palaces during the Dutch Golden Age.