Fontein van Saturnus te Versailles by Maurice Baquoy

Fontein van Saturnus te Versailles 1705 - 1747

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photo of handprinted image

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statue

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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photo restoration

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ink paper printed

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parchment

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light coloured

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

"Fontein van Saturnus te Versailles" is an etching by Maurice Baquoy from 1705 to 1747, depicting the Saturn Fountain at the Palace of Versailles. The image shows the fountain as a central feature, surrounded by topiary hedges and figures in the garden. This detailed engraving is a key document in the history of French garden design, highlighting the grandeur and artistry of the Palace of Versailles. This piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum and provides insight into the visual aesthetic of French Baroque gardens.

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