Galerij met deuren 1752 - 1794

Pierre Gabriel Berthault created this print, "Galerij met deuren", sometime in the late 18th century using etching as his medium. This gallery with doors offers us a glimpse into the aesthetics of power during the period. The print's architectural design reflects the rigid social structures of the time, where access and movement were carefully controlled and symbolized. Consider the imposing nature of the doors, flanked by classical sculptures and ornate decorations, they suggest a world of exclusivity. Each element is carefully chosen to convey a sense of grandeur and authority. The identities and histories of those who inhabited and moved through such spaces were intimately tied to their social standing, gender, and race. The opulence and formality of the gallery contrast sharply with the lives of those who were excluded from it. It prompts us to reflect on the complex interplay between power, privilege, and the spaces we inhabit.