Gezicht op de Amsterdamse Schouwburg op het Leidseplein 1774 - 1783

Hermanus Petrus Schouten's "Gezicht op de Amsterdamse Schouwburg op het Leidseplein" (1774-1783) is a detailed etching of the Amsterdam City Theatre, a prominent architectural landmark, as seen from the Leidseplein. This print, housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures the bustling life of the city with people gathered in the square, horses drawn carriages in transit, and a bridge crossing a canal in the foreground. Schouten's skill in etching allows for a detailed portrayal of the city's architectural details, creating a striking visual record of Amsterdam in the 18th century.