Processie met het St. Nicolaasbeeld te Amsterdam, 1534 1722 - 1784

"Processie met het St. Nicolaasbeeld te Amsterdam, 1534" is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke (1712-1784) depicting a historical procession in Amsterdam, as the title indicates. The artwork, which is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the detailed architectural structures of the city and the vibrant atmosphere of the historical event. The image is an excellent example of Fokke's mastery of line and detail. The etching, despite its small size, captures the essence of the procession and provides a glimpse into the life of 16th-century Amsterdam.