Gezicht op het Stadhuis aan de Grote Markt te Schiedam 1742 - 1801

This hand-colored etching by Georg Balthasar Probst depicts the city hall of Schiedam, a Dutch city known for its gin production. The artwork, dated between 1742 and 1801, showcases the town square with the city hall prominently displayed in the center. The scene is filled with small figures going about their daily lives, conveying a sense of bustling activity. Probst's attention to detail and precise depiction of the city's architecture make this a valuable historical document, providing a glimpse into the 18th-century Dutch city life.