Gezicht vanuit vogelvluchtperspectief op Amsterdam, met de Dam en de Beurs van Zocher op de voorgrond 1880 - 1885

This anonymous stereoscopic photograph, dating from around 1880-1885, offers a bird's-eye view of Amsterdam's Dam Square. The iconic Beurs van Zocher, a grand building with a colonnaded facade, dominates the foreground. The image, likely intended for tourist consumption, captures the bustling atmosphere of the city, with its dense network of streets and buildings. The use of stereoscopic photography creates a sense of depth and realism, enhancing the viewer's experience of the city's architectural grandeur.