Begijnhof te Amsterdam, ca. 1544 1760
anonymous
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comic strip sketch
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aged paper
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sketch book
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traditional media
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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old-timey
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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cartoon carciture
This 1760 engraving by an anonymous artist depicts the Begijnhof, a historical cloister in Amsterdam, as it appeared in 1544. The artist utilizes an aerial perspective to portray the courtyard and surrounding houses with meticulous detail, highlighting the urban landscape and the architectural features of this significant location. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a valuable glimpse into the Begijnhof's past and its architectural significance in Dutch history.
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