Gezicht op Danzig vanaf de Nieuwe Mottlau, met in de verte de Melkkan-toren 1625

Aegidius Dickmann created this print of Danzig from the New Mottlau, featuring the Milk Can Tower, around the early 17th century. During this period, Danzig was a hub of trade and cultural exchange. Dickmann's print offers a glimpse into the city's thriving port and bustling waterways. The detailed depiction of the architecture speaks to a time of economic prosperity and civic pride. Consider the cultural identity embedded in this cityscape: Danzig, with its mix of German, Polish, and other European influences, was a melting pot. This print not only documents the physical landscape, but also implies social structures and daily life. How did the city's inhabitants experience and navigate this urban environment? Through Dickmann's detailed etching, we are invited to reflect on the narratives and histories that shape our understanding of place and identity.