Amsterdamse grachtenhuizen aan de Herengracht 412 en 472 1696 - 1706

This anonymous 17th-century drawing, *Amsterdamse grachtenhuizen aan de Herengracht 412 en 472* (1696-1706), depicts the facades of two canal houses on Herengracht canal in Amsterdam. The drawing's architectural detail provides insight into the design and construction of these grand residences. The two buildings, a taller one on the right and a shorter one on the left, are distinct in their ornamentation and architectural styles, reflecting the architectural diversity of Amsterdam's Golden Age. The drawing's meticulous detail and the choice of framing the two buildings together offer a glimpse into the architectural trends and urban planning of the time. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable example of architectural documentation and provides a unique perspective on the city's history.