Gezicht op de voorgevel van het Corvershof te Amsterdam (rechterdeel) by Jan (I) Smit

Gezicht op de voorgevel van het Corvershof te Amsterdam (rechterdeel) 1723 - 1748

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aged paper

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toned paper

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homemade paper

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ink paper printed

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parchment

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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hardpaper

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personal sketchbook

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storyboard and sketchbook work

This engraving, created by Dutch artist Jan (I) Smit between 1723 and 1748, depicts the Corvershof, a prominent mansion in Amsterdam. The detailed architectural rendering showcases the building's facade, highlighting its classical design elements, including a pediment adorned with sculpted figures and a series of symmetrical windows. The artwork's inscription identifies the former owners of the Corvershof, providing a glimpse into the social history of the period. The presence of a carriage and figures in the foreground suggests a lively urban scene, placing the building within the context of Amsterdam's bustling cityscape.

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