Aardbeving te Amsterdam, 1692 by Simon Fokke

Aardbeving te Amsterdam, 1692 1779 - 1781

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print, etching, engraving

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dutch-golden-age

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print

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etching

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old engraving style

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traditional media

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landscape

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cityscape

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engraving

"Aardbeving te Amsterdam, 1692" is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, dating back to 1779-1781. The artwork depicts the aftermath of the 1692 earthquake in Amsterdam, showcasing the damage to a bridge and nearby buildings. Fokke's meticulous detail captures the scene's desolation and the impact of the earthquake on the city. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical record and a poignant reminder of the destructive forces of nature.

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