Bloemenkrans met horlogekasten, onderaan de tuin van het Kasteel van Ruel 1665

This etching by Balthazar Moncornet, titled “Bloemenkrans met horlogekasten, onderaan de tuin van het Kasteel van Ruel,” showcases a detailed and intricate depiction of a clock and other jeweled timepieces within a delicate floral wreath. Created in 1665, it is a fine example of 17th-century decorative art, emphasizing the symbolic representation of time and its preciousness. The lower portion of the print showcases the gardens of the Château de Rueil, highlighting the grandeur and beauty of the French landscape. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and provides a glimpse into the luxurious and intricate world of timekeeping during the Baroque era.