Marketplace at Haarlem, Looking towards the Town Hall 1728 - 1761
jantencompe1
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black and white photography
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street shot
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rural
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black and white format
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black and white
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monochrome photography
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wood
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scenic spot
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monochrome
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shadow overcast
"Marketplace at Haarlem, Looking towards the Town Hall" (1728-1761) by Dutch artist Jan ten Compe is a detailed cityscape depicting the Grote Markt in Haarlem. This oil painting showcases the Town Hall building prominently and includes various figures, a horse-drawn carriage, and architectural details of the surrounding buildings. The artist captured a snapshot of daily life in Haarlem, offering viewers a glimpse into the bustling atmosphere of the marketplace in the 18th century. The work is now part of the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, Denmark.
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