Gezicht op het Oudemannenhuis 1760 - 1767

This anonymous etching, "Gezicht op het Oudemannenhuis," depicts the Old Men's and Women's Home in Amsterdam, a charitable institution for the elderly. Dated 1760-1767, the print provides a detailed view of the building's exterior, showcasing its symmetrical design and classical architectural features. The artist's meticulous detail in the rendering of the structure and the figures within the courtyard highlights the importance of this institution in 18th-century Dutch society. The artwork's inclusion in the Rijksmuseum signifies its historical and cultural significance as a valuable document of Amsterdam's urban landscape.