Koophandel en Zeevaart, decoratie op de Nieuwmarkt, 1795 1795

This anonymous engraving, dated 1795, depicts a ship and various other nautical symbols. The engraving, entitled "Koophandel en Zeevaart, decoratie op de Nieuwmarkt, 1795", which translates to "Commerce and Navigation, decoration on the New Market", is likely a representation of the importance of trade and maritime commerce in the Netherlands during this period. The ship is the central element of the composition, and it is flanked by decorative elements that include a bust of a figure in a laurel wreath, a trident, and a pair of crossed axes. The image is housed at the Rijksmuseum and measures 98 mm in height and 116 mm in width. This piece offers a glimpse into the cultural and economic landscape of the Netherlands during the late 18th century.