Profiel van Amsterdam, gezien vanaf het IJ (plaat 4) 1611

Claes Jansz. Visscher's 1611 etching, "Profiel van Amsterdam, gezien vanaf het IJ (plaat 4)," depicts a bustling scene of Amsterdam's harbor as viewed from the IJ River. This detailed view captures the city's thriving maritime trade, showcasing a multitude of ships and boats against a backdrop of the cityscape. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in the meticulously rendered figures, including merchants, sailors, and everyday citizens going about their business. This engraving, part of a larger series, serves as a testament to the economic power and maritime dominance of 17th-century Amsterdam.