Stadsgezicht van Utrecht (vierde deel) 1625 - 1679

This etching, "Stadsgezicht van Utrecht (vierde deel)," by Jan Hendriksz. Verstraelen, depicts a detailed view of the Dutch city of Utrecht. The artwork, created between 1625 and 1679, highlights the city's landscape and skyline, featuring prominent landmarks like the churches of "S. Geertruijds" and "S. Nicolaas." The piece captures the city's flourishing agricultural setting with cows grazing in the foreground and a panoramic view of windmills in the distance. The flying figure, holding a document, above the city suggests a celebration of the city's prosperity and success. This piece is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum.