Slot Ekolsund en zijn tuinen by Willem Swidde

Slot Ekolsund en zijn tuinen 1690

garden

aged paper

sketch book

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

hand-drawn typeface

pen-ink sketch

pen and pencil

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Slot Ekolsund en zijn tuinen" (Ekolsund Castle and Its Gardens) is a 1690 engraving by Dutch artist Willem Swidde. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, presents a detailed bird's-eye view of the Ekolsund Castle in Sweden, showcasing its grand architecture and meticulously landscaped gardens. The engraving reflects the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with architectural perspective and the beauty of gardens, offering a glimpse into the splendor of a European estate. The intricate details and meticulous depiction of the castle and its surrounding grounds make this a significant example of 17th-century architectural engraving.