Poort, hekdeel van het inrijhek Huize de Voorst c. 1675 - 1700

This is a section of an entrance gate, made by Daniël Marot. Its linear structure, composed of evenly spaced vertical bars intersected by horizontal supports, immediately presents a study in order and control. The material, likely wrought iron, provides a tactile sense of weight and permanence. The gate employs a visual language that blends constraint with ornamentation. The pointed finials introduce an element of threat, acting as a deterrent. Meanwhile, the decorative flourishes at the base soften the gate's harshness, speaking to a desire for aesthetic pleasure within a functional design. The gate's design reflects a clear hierarchy and social division, both physically and symbolically, between those within and those without. The use of space, line, and ornamentation serves not only to define but also to regulate access, embodying the complex interplay between power and design in the built environment.