Arcade opgericht voor de Sint-Michielsabdij before 1685

Gaspar Bouttats's "Arcade opgericht voor de Sint-Michielsabdij" is a detailed etching that captures the grand design of an elaborate, ceremonial arcade intended for the Sint-Michielsabdij. Created before 1685, the artwork features a three-tiered structure adorned with ornate foliage and a central pediment displaying a coat of arms. The intricate details of the arcade, framed by smaller scenes and statues, showcase the artist's mastery of perspective and architectural rendering. The etching exemplifies Bouttats's contributions to the flourishing Dutch Baroque art scene, and its meticulous detail offers insight into the architectural grandeur of the era.