Tekstblad bij boekillustratie 1723

This is a detailed illustration by Roeland van Leuve, a page intended for insertion into a book. The print, made with fine lines and precise detail, depicts six distinct architectural scenes arranged in a grid, giving the piece a formal, structured feel. The composition emphasizes order and clarity; each scene is framed within its own rectangle, creating a sense of separation and control. The buildings themselves are rendered with attention to symmetry and proportion, reflecting the architectural values of the time, each structure defined by its linear qualities. The use of line in this work isn't merely descriptive, it serves as a symbolic framework. The grid format suggests a systematic approach to understanding urban space. As you consider the images, think about how this calculated arrangement reflects broader philosophical concerns related to order, reason and the representation of space. This illustration invites us to see the world as an ordered composition.