Gezicht op de Stads Geschut- en Klokkengieterij aan de Lijnbaansgracht te Amsterdam 1693 - 1694
anonymous
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aged paper
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paper non-digital material
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page thumbnail
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reduced colour palette
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sketch book
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traditional media
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personal sketchbook
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journal
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
This anonymous etching, titled "Gezicht op de Stads Geschut- en Klokkengieterij aan de Lijnbaansgracht te Amsterdam," depicts a view of the City's Cannon and Bell Foundry on the Lijnbaansgracht in Amsterdam, dated 1693-1694. The etching showcases a detailed perspective of the foundry and its surrounding cityscape, including a bridge spanning the canal and buildings lining its banks. The scene is populated with figures, suggesting activity within the foundry and the bustling streets of Amsterdam. This artwork provides a glimpse into the industrial landscape of 17th century Amsterdam and its unique blend of urban life and manufacturing.
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