Beeldengroep met allegorie op de Kracht van Amsterdam aan de oostzijde van de Burgerzaal in het Stadhuis op de Dam 1665 - 1783

This engraving by Hubert Quellinus, dating from 1665-1783, depicts a sculptural group representing the power of Amsterdam. The central figure is a woman seated on a throne, symbolizing Amsterdam, adorned with the city’s coat of arms and surrounded by four elements, signifying her strength and dominion. It is an example of allegorical sculpture, a style popular during the Baroque period. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artistic spirit of 17th-century Amsterdam and its self-perception as a powerful and flourishing city.