Brand in de lijnbanen van de Admiraliteit, 1673 before 1690

"Brand in de lijnbanen van de Admiraliteit, 1673" is an etching by Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe, created before 1690. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of a fire in Amsterdam, capturing the chaos and urgency of the event. The composition is dominated by the flames engulfing a building, with a large crowd of people trying to put out the fire. The detailed depiction of the fire and the people's frantic efforts adds a sense of realism and immediacy to the scene. This print is a testament to de Hooghe’s skill as a master of the etching technique and his ability to capture the essence of a historical event. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.