Stadspoort bij herberg 1653

"Stadspoort bij herberg" (City Gate by an Inn), a 1653 etching by Dutch artist Adriaen van de Velde, depicts a city gate with a group of figures on horseback passing through. The scene is rendered in meticulous detail, with the artist's signature style of precise lines and delicate shading. This artwork offers a glimpse into the daily life of 17th-century Dutch citizens, emphasizing the importance of urban infrastructure and travel. The etching is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.