Gezicht op het British Museum, te Londen 1841 - 1885

This anonymous 19th-century engraving, "Gezicht op het British Museum, te Londen", depicts the iconic British Museum in London, with a view of the exterior facade. The detailed image showcases the classical architecture of the museum, with its columns and a large central entrance, creating a sense of grandeur. The presence of carriages and pedestrians in the foreground provides context for the scale of the building, conveying the bustling life that surrounded it. The engraving serves as a historical snapshot of the British Museum, documenting its architectural significance and its role in London's cityscape.