The Muscovite legation visiting Amsterdam, 29 August 1697 1697 - 1708

Abraham Storck’s oil painting, “The Muscovite legation visiting Amsterdam, 29 August 1697,” is a detailed depiction of a historical event. The scene is set in Amsterdam, with several boats and the city’s architecture visible in the background. The painting captures the arrival of a Muscovite delegation in Amsterdam, who are met by a large crowd of Dutch citizens. The painting demonstrates Storck's skill in depicting the details of everyday life, and is considered a significant example of 17th-century Dutch genre painting.