Het stadhuis van Delft 1780 - 1836

Johannes Jelgerhuis’s "Het stadhuis van Delft" is a detailed watercolor painting that depicts the town hall of Delft, Netherlands. Created between 1780 and 1836, the artwork showcases the town hall's ornate facade and its central location within the city. The painting captures the bustling activity of a market square, with vendors and shoppers going about their day. The precise and detailed rendering of the architecture, figures, and surrounding environment is characteristic of Jelgerhuis’s style. The painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the urban landscape of Delft during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.