Gardens of Cardinal Aldobrandini, Frascati

Melchior Küsel after Johann Wilhelm Baur

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a formal garden with a water feature. The viewpoint appears elevated, looking down into the garden enclosed by a decorated wall. The horizon is high in the image under a cloudy sky. The etching has detailed lines creating textures for foliage and masonry. The color palette is monochromatic in shades of brown and sepia. Statues on each side pour water into the central fountain, surrounded by trees and bushes. Tall trees are visible in the distant background.