Gezicht op de Sterrenwacht, te Mannheim 1782

"Gezicht op de Sterrenwacht, te Mannheim" is an etching by the Klauber brothers, created in 1782. The print depicts the Mannheim Observatory, a tall tower-like structure, surrounded by a small town. The etching uses simple lines to create a detailed and accurate representation of the building, emphasizing its architectural features. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image. This print is a valuable historical document as it provides a visual record of the observatory, a significant landmark in Mannheim during the 18th century. Today, the print resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.