Dubbele zuigpomp voor de slangbrandspuit 1685 - 1690

This detailed drawing by Dutch Golden Age artist Jan van der Heyden, known for his depictions of cityscapes, shows a double suction pump for a fire hose. Completed between 1685 and 1690, this artwork from the Rijksmuseum highlights the innovative engineering of 17th-century Amsterdam. Van der Heyden's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate machinery and the realistic depiction of the brickwork and water. The drawing provides a glimpse into the urban infrastructure and fire-fighting methods of the time.