Gezicht op het Oudezijds Huiszittenhuis te Amsterdam 1726

This anonymous etching from 1726, titled *Gezicht op het Oudezijds Huiszittenhuis te Amsterdam*, depicts the Oudezijds Huiszittenhuis, a former house of correction in Amsterdam. The image showcases the building's facade with its elaborate architecture and surrounding canal, offering a glimpse into 18th-century Amsterdam cityscape. The detailed representation of the canal with boats and figures adds a sense of daily life in the Dutch Golden Age. This work is a significant example of Dutch cityscape art, illustrating the architectural and social aspects of Amsterdam during a time of great prosperity.