Gezicht op het Hofje van Wouw te Den Haag 1730 - 1736
print, engraving, architecture
baroque
old engraving style
landscape
cityscape
genre-painting
engraving
architecture
This etching, "Gezicht op het Hofje van Wouw te Den Haag", by Jan Caspar Philips is a detailed view of the Wouw Courtyard in The Hague. The artwork captures the architectural design of the courtyard in the 18th century, with its symmetrical layout of buildings and a central garden. The artist's focus on detail is evident in the depiction of the courtyard's intricate layout, including the ornate gate and the figures of people and animals within the courtyard. Created between 1730 and 1736, this etching is a valuable historical record of a significant architectural landmark in The Hague, showcasing the design of the courtyard and its surrounding environment during this period.
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