Gezicht op de Oude Lutherse Kerk te Amsterdam c. 1770 - 1783
hermanuspetrusschouten
aged paper
homemade paper
paper non-digital material
pale palette
light coloured
old engraving style
sketch book
personal sketchbook
paper medium
watercolor
Hermanus Petrus Schouten's "Gezicht op de Oude Lutherse Kerk te Amsterdam" (c. 1770-1783) is an etching that showcases the historic Old Lutheran Church in Amsterdam. The detailed view from the street depicts the building's facade, showcasing its architectural grandeur. The etching also captures the lively scene of the street, with figures walking and a canal in the foreground, providing a glimpse into everyday life in 18th-century Amsterdam. The artwork's clear lines and meticulous details demonstrate Schouten's skill as a draftsman and engraver. This etching offers a valuable historical record of the Old Lutheran Church, a prominent landmark in Amsterdam's cityscape.
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