Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse nachtwacht voor het jaar 1877 1876 - 1877

This is a wood-engraved print from 1876 or 1877 by an unknown artist, titled "Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse nachtwacht voor het jaar 1877". This artwork depicts the newly opened North Sea Canal, in Amsterdam, a crucial waterway that connected the city to the North Sea. The image shows a view of the canal, with boats and a bridge, accompanied by a New Year's greeting in Dutch text. The artwork celebrates the engineering achievement of the canal, highlighting its significance for trade and commerce.