Gezicht op het Nieuwe Armenhuis of Werkhuis in Amsterdam c. 1833 - 1850

This lithograph by the Gebroeders van Lier, depicts the "Nieuwe Armenhuis" (New Poorhouse) or "Werkhuis" (Workhouse) in Amsterdam. The building, which was a workhouse for the poor, is shown from a slightly elevated perspective across a canal. This image, dated c. 1833-1850, provides a glimpse of the building's exterior with its simple lines and symmetrical facade. The boats in the foreground and the surrounding canal add depth and context to the scene. The image is a fine example of the 19th-century fascination with depicting architectural landmarks and everyday life in the burgeoning cities of Europe.