De gebluste brand in de zeepziederij De Bruinvis, 1682 1690 - 1735

This etching, "De gebluste brand in de zeepziederij De Bruinvis" by Jan van der Heyden, depicts the aftermath of a fire at the De Bruinvis soap factory in Amsterdam. The detailed view showcases the damage to the building with smoke still rising in the sky. The bottom section features a plan of the factory, indicating the fire's spread. Van der Heyden, known for his meticulous depictions of Dutch cityscapes, captured the event with both visual accuracy and artistic skill. This artwork is a fascinating glimpse into 17th-century Amsterdam and the challenges faced by its inhabitants.