Gezicht op markt van Uerdingen 1739

Jan de Beijer’s 1739 "Gezicht op markt van Uerdingen" depicts a lively scene of a marketplace in the town of Uerdingen, Germany. The drawing, now held in the Rijksmuseum, utilizes a realistic style with delicate shading to capture the details of the town square, including the prominent church tower, bustling crowds, and surrounding buildings. De Beijer masterfully utilizes perspective to create a sense of depth and detail, offering viewers a glimpse into daily life in 18th-century Uerdingen. This artwork is a significant example of 18th-century Dutch cityscape drawings, offering a unique perspective on a specific moment in time.