Kermisprent van de Amsterdamse nachtwacht voor het jaar 1870 1870
anonymous
graphic-art, print, typography, engraving
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engraving
This 1870 "Kermisprent" (fairground print) is an anonymous print celebrating the famous painting *The Night Watch* by Rembrandt. It depicts the facade of a building and features a poem about Amsterdam and the famous painting, written in Dutch. This print was likely sold at a fairground or festival in Amsterdam, reflecting the popularity of *The Night Watch* in the late 19th century. The use of black and white printing evokes a sense of nostalgia and tradition. This piece can be categorized as a print, fairground art, and illustrative art.
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