Hendrik de Leth

Hendrik de Leth was a printmaker active in the Netherlands between 1725 and 1740. His documented output consists primarily of topographical prints, a genre focused on accurately documenting specific places, architecture, and landscapes prevalent in the early 18th century.

Fifteen of de Leth’s detailed prints are represented in institutional collections, notably held by the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. These works often focus on recording the stately architecture and formal gardens of Dutch royal residences. A significant portion of his known oeuvre is dedicated to rendering various aspects of Paleis Soestdijk and its surrounding estate.

Key works preserved in collections include meticulous studies such as Achtergevel van Paleis Soestdijk, Fontein in de tuin van Paleis Soestdijk, and the landscape view Tuin van Paleis Soestdijk. Additional renderings like Jagershuis op het landgoed van Paleis Soestdijk further establish his technical ability in capturing architectural detail and spatial organization. As historical documents and examples of early 18th-century graphic arts, high-quality prints of Hendrik de Leth prints are frequently made accessible through public domain initiatives.