Wensbrief met wintertafereel 1792 - 1847

"Wensbrief met wintertafereel" (1792-1847) by Hendrik Moolenyzer is a hand-colored print that depicts a winter scene in Amsterdam. The print is framed by a decorative border with a central oval containing a handwritten New Year's greeting, which is framed by two smaller ovals each featuring another winter scene. The main scene features a frozen canal with people ice skating and riding on sleds. The print is a testament to the Dutch fascination with winter recreation and highlights the importance of winter traditions. This artwork is currently part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum.