Tuin met een parterre met in het centrum een stervormig compartiment 1615

This anonymous engraving, titled "Tuin met een parterre met in het centrum een stervormig compartiment" (Garden with a parterre with a star-shaped compartment in the center), is a detailed depiction of a formal garden from 1615. The image showcases a symmetrical design with a star-shaped central area surrounded by intricate pathways and hedges. The garden's layout reflects the popular style of the time, emphasizing order and geometric precision. It provides a valuable glimpse into the design principles and aesthetics of Dutch gardens during the early 17th century. This engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers art-lovers a fascinating window into the past, revealing the beauty and complexity of a bygone era's horticultural artistry.