Gezicht op het tweede gesticht in de kolonie Veenhuizen 1827

"Gezicht op het tweede gesticht in de kolonie Veenhuizen" is an 1827 lithograph by Alexandre Joseph Boens, depicting the second establishment of the penal colony of Veenhuizen in the Netherlands. The print showcases a panoramic perspective of the colony's architecture, including its long, tree-lined avenues and a prominent building on the right. Boens, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and architectural drawings, captures the austere yet orderly character of the colony in his detailed depiction. This artwork provides a glimpse into the history of penal reform in the Netherlands, showcasing the design and layout of a 19th-century penal colony.