Gezicht op Rotterdam vanaf de Maas 1827 - 1900

This anonymous 19th-century print titled "Gezicht op Rotterdam vanaf de Maas" depicts a panoramic view of Rotterdam from the Maas River, a common subject for Dutch landscape art. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows the city’s bustling harbor filled with ships and boats, while a group of figures stroll along the riverbank under a canopy of trees. The composition highlights the river as the central focal point, showcasing the importance of waterborne trade for the city. The realistic detail of the cityscape, ships, and figures provides insight into the daily life of Rotterdam in the 19th century.