Half altaar, twee halve epitafen en twee halve portalen 1610

Gabriel Kramer produced this engraving, "Half altar, two half epitaphs and two half portals," sometime before 1611, showcasing architectural designs. The dominant visual element is the Doric order, a classical style characterized by its sturdy columns and simple capitals. This architectural language speaks of strength and stability, qualities that have been associated with civic and religious structures since antiquity. One can trace the echo of these forms back to the temples of ancient Greece. The Doric style, embraced by the Romans, was reborn during the Renaissance and continues to resonate through the ages. Notice the portals. Portals, as liminal spaces, have always held a powerful psychological charge. They represent transitions—physical, spiritual, and emotional. The archway, a recurring motif in Kramer's designs, evokes a sense of passage and transformation. Consider how this same form appears in triumphal arches, cathedrals, and even domestic doorways. We see here, the cyclical progression of symbols that continually resurface, evolving and taking on new meanings in different historical contexts.