Architectonisch ontwerp voor de voorgevel van een woonhuis 1788 - 1852

This is Wybrand Tollenaar’s architectural design for a residential facade. Note the symmetry, the arched windows, and the balustrade on the roof. The arches are potent symbols, recurring throughout history from Roman aqueducts to Gothic cathedrals, each time signifying strength and passage. Here, they suggest a welcoming threshold, an invitation to the domestic sphere. Above, the balustrade isn't merely decorative; it echoes the classical pursuit of order and harmony, reminiscent of ancient temples. Consider how these forms evoke a sense of permanence. The design reflects a desire to establish roots, to create a lasting legacy. These architectural gestures are not merely aesthetic choices but resonate with the collective memory of civilizations past, a continuous, cyclical return of forms expressing fundamental human aspirations.