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Description: This attractive original old antique print / plate originates from: 'Magazijn van tuin-sieraden', (Landscape gardening) by Johannes Allart (1754-1816), published in Amsterdam, 1802. The book is compiled by Gijsbert van Laar, providing a survey - chiefly inspired by English horticulture - of the way in which the proud owners of gardens can make their �moderate and small plots� look more beautiful and decorative. He questioned: �what could be a more appropriate relaxation from his work for the imperturbable, industrious and hard-working Dutchman than to devote himself for some days of the week to the quietude of country life'. In 190 plates Van Laar gives examples of structures, bridges, garden furniture, and sculptures that may transform the traditionally practical Dutch gardens into true gardens of delight. There is no doubt that the book has had an enormous influence on Dutch nineteenth-century gardens.
Artists and Engravers: Gijsbert van Laar (1768 - Alphen/Zwammerdam, 1820) is a Dutch landscape architect, who started a tree nursery in Alkmaar towards the end of the eighteenth century.
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Subject: Plate 71 (Plate LXXI): Shows garden architecture: two log and thatch forest huts. (Issue 9, August 1804)
Condition: Very good given age. General age related toning and occasional light foxing / staining. Please study scan carefully.
Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 23.5 x 29 cm. The image size is ca. 19 x 24 cm.
Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 9.3 x 11.4 inch. The image size is ca. 7.5 x 9.4 inch.
Medium: Engraving and etching on a verge type paper.
Location: A201-21
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