Gezicht op een Islamitische stad 1780 - 1822

"Gezicht op een Islamitische stad" is a detailed engraving depicting a bustling scene in an Islamic city, likely from the Middle East or North Africa. Created by Dutch artist Daniël Vrijdag between 1780 and 1822, the work showcases the artist’s interest in exotic locales. The print depicts numerous figures, animals, and architecture, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the city. The composition uses a bird’s-eye perspective, allowing the viewer to see the expansive cityscape and its inhabitants. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the fascination with distant cultures prevalent in 18th-century Europe.