Gezicht op de Amstel bij herberg de Schulp 1708 - 1740

This etching by Matthijs Pool, dated 1708-1740, depicts a view of the Amstel River near the "Schulp" Inn. A small bridge spans the river, connecting the inn on the left to a second building on the right. The scene is dominated by the river, with a small sailboat and rowboats in the foreground. The work, held in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the Dutch landscape during Pool's lifetime. Known for his detailed depictions of Dutch towns, the artist captures the quiet beauty of a typical Dutch waterway, giving viewers a glimpse into the everyday life of 18th-century Netherlands.