Gezicht op de Heiligewegspoort van buiten de stad gezien 1663

This anonymous etching from 1663 depicts the Heiligewegspoort in Amsterdam, a gate that provided access to the city. The drawing offers a detailed view of the gate, with its intricate design of bridges, arches, and surrounding buildings. The artist's focus on the architectural details of the Heiligewegspoort and the surrounding canal provides a snapshot of 17th-century urban life in Amsterdam. The etching is a valuable historical document, illustrating the importance of this gate in the city's infrastructure and providing a visual record of its appearance in the 17th century.