Brand in het stadhuis van Amsterdam, 1762 1783 - 1792

Reinier Vinkeles’s etching "Brand in het stadhuis van Amsterdam, 1762" depicts the devastating fire that engulfed the Amsterdam City Hall on October 12, 1762. Created between 1783 and 1792, this artwork showcases the dramatic scene, with flames engulfing the building and a crowd of onlookers gathered below. Vinkeles, known for his detailed cityscapes, captures the chaos and fear of the event, emphasizing the destruction and the helplessness of the people watching. The artwork serves as a historical document, offering a glimpse into the devastating fire and its impact on Amsterdam’s citizenry. It is currently part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection in Amsterdam.