Gezicht op het meisjeshuis van het Burgerweeshuis te Amsterdam by Cornelis Bogerts

Gezicht op het meisjeshuis van het Burgerweeshuis te Amsterdam c. 1770 - 1783

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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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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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