Verklaring bij de prent van de ruïnes op het Rapenburg te Leiden na de ramp, 1807 1807

This 1807 engraving by P.H. Meyer & Co. titled "Verklaring bij de prent van de ruïnes op het Rapenburg te Leiden na de ramp, 1807" depicts the devastation of Leiden after the disastrous flooding of the city in 1807. The engraving, which measures 263 mm x 200 mm, serves as a visual record of the event and includes a detailed description of the damage caused by the flood. The text is written in Dutch and provides a poignant account of the destruction, highlighting the resilience of the city's inhabitants. This artwork provides a glimpse into the hardships faced by the Dutch people during this period, offering a valuable historical perspective.