Amsteldijk bij de Ceintuurbaan, gezien naar het noorden vanaf het dak van een woonhuis aan Amsteldijk 42, Amsterdam c. 1894 - 1898
gerrithendricusheinen
print photography
photo of handprinted image
light pencil work
pale palette
photo restoration
ink paper printed
light coloured
colourisation
old engraving style
ink colored
Gerrit Hendricus Heinen's "Amsteldijk bij de Ceintuurbaan, gezien naar het noorden vanaf het dak van een woonhuis aan Amsteldijk 42, Amsterdam" (c. 1894-1898) is a black and white photograph that captures a panoramic view of the Amsteldijk, a street in Amsterdam. The photograph shows a long stretch of the canal with buildings lining both sides, and the distant city skyline including the iconic Westerkerk church. The image offers a glimpse of urban life in late 19th-century Amsterdam, highlighting the city's picturesque canals and bustling cityscape. Heinen's meticulous detail and clear composition showcase his talent for capturing the essence of Amsterdam's unique urban landscape. This photo provides a window into the history of the city, showcasing its architectural styles and daily life in the late 19th century.
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