Illuminatie van het pand van de Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit op het Westnieuwland te Rotterdam, 1788 1788

This engraving by Franciscus Sansom, titled "Illuminatie van het pand van de Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit op het Westnieuwland te Rotterdam", depicts the illumination of the building of the "Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit" (Honest Patriotic Society) in Rotterdam in 1788. The artwork is a detailed illustration of the building's facade, adorned with numerous lights and decorations, and showcases the society's dedication to patriotism and its role in the community. The image is a valuable historical document offering insight into 18th-century Dutch societal life and architecture. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.