Pair of 17th-Century Fountain Design Prints from Architectura Curiosa Nova – Framed (21” x 16”)

This exquisite pair of antique engravings originates from Architectura Curiosa Nova, an influential 17th-century architectural treatise by Georg Andreas Böckler (1644-1698), detailing elaborate fountain designs. These highly detailed original prints showcase ingenious water flow mechanisms, sculptural elements, and elegant structural compositions that were central to the grandeur of Baroque and Renaissance-era European gardens.

These genuine 17th-century engravings, republished in the 19th century, were once part of an authoritative compendium on architectural innovation, used by engineers, landscape designers, and nobility seeking to create opulent water features in palatial estates. The engravings present technical precision and artistic mastery, depicting various water jet formations, ornamental statues, and intricate basin structures.

Item Details:

✔ Source: Architectura Curiosa Nova by Georg Andreas Böckler (originally published 1664)
✔ Medium: Authentic 17th-century engravings, reprinted in the 19th century
✔ Subject: Architectural fountain designs with decorative sculptures and water mechanics
✔ Framing: Professionally framed in sleek black wood frames with archival matting
✔ Dimensions (Framed): 21 inches x 16 inches each
✔ Condition: Excellent for age – minimal foxing and no significant damage
✔ Markings: Engraved plate numbers in the upper corners, signifying their original bookplate placement

Why Invest in These Prints?

These museum-quality engravings offer a rare glimpse into the architectural ingenuity of the Baroque period, making them perfect for:
🏛 Collectors of historical prints & architectural design
🌿 Garden and landscape enthusiasts
📚 Academic institutions & libraries
🏡 Elegant home decor & professional interior design

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A truly timeless piece of architectural history—don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare glimpse into the grandeur of Baroque fountain design!