Koor van de oude kapel in het kasteel Tre Kronor 1695

Willem Swidde created this print of the Choir of the old chapel in the Tre Kronor castle using etching. The composition emphasizes the chapel's architecture, using linear perspective to draw the eye toward the altar. Notice how Swidde employs a dense network of fine lines to articulate the ornate details of the chapel’s interior, from the relief sculptures to the coffered ceiling. The contrast between light and shadow lends a sense of depth, enhancing the spatial dynamics of the chapel. The figures in the foreground are rendered with careful attention to their garments, providing a sense of scale. Consider how the detailed rendering of architectural elements, the play of light, and the inclusion of human figures serve to frame the chapel as a space of both grandeur and intimate reflection. The print invites us to contemplate the relationship between architecture, power, and representation in early modern Europe.