Gezicht op de Schalkwijker Poort te Haarlem 1742 - 1801

This hand-colored engraving, created by Georg Balthasar Probst between 1742 and 1801, depicts a view of the Schalkwijker Poort in Haarlem. It showcases a busy harbor scene with ships docked, a cityscape in the background, and figures in the foreground. The details in the cityscape and the boats suggest a focus on urban life and maritime activity, reflecting the importance of trade and transportation in 18th-century Haarlem. The engraving is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in the Netherlands, offering a glimpse into the past and the architectural landscape of this Dutch city.