Gezicht op het meisjeshuis van het Burgerweeshuis te Amsterdam c. 1770 - 1783
cornelisbogerts
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aged paper
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toned paper
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homemade paper
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photo restoration
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parchment
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old engraving style
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old-timey
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golden font
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historical font
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columned text
Cornelis Bogerts's "Gezicht van het Meysjes Burger-Weeshuys," depicts the facade of the Burgerweeshuis, an orphanage for girls in Amsterdam. Dating back to 1770-1783, the etching is a precise representation of the building, highlighting its architectural details and the activities of the girls in the courtyard. It was a popular subject in the 18th century as it reflected the city's social landscape and philanthropic endeavors. The artwork is held in the Rijksmuseum, offering viewers a glimpse into the past of Amsterdam and its social institutions.
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