Visit to a Flower Nursery 1791

Jacob Cats's "Visit to a Flower Nursery" (1791) depicts a charming scene of leisurely strolling through a Dutch flower nursery. The watercolor captures the light and airy atmosphere of the setting, with a couple walking along a path lined with neatly trimmed hedges and a group of figures tending to the flowers. The meticulous detail and delicate brushstrokes characteristic of Cats's style are evident in the depiction of the nursery's structures, plants, and the subtle play of light and shadow. The piece provides a glimpse into the 18th-century Dutch fascination with horticulture and the beauty of nature.