Het gasthuis, ca. 1700 1690 - 1710

"Het Gasthuis" is a detailed etching by Johannes van Bevoort, dating back to 1690-1710, depicting the interior of a hospital in the Netherlands. The artwork provides a glimpse into the social and architectural world of the period, showcasing the hustle and bustle of a 17th-century hospital with patients, staff, and visitors, making it a fascinating historical and social document. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. This artwork is an important example of Dutch 17th-century etching, a period where this art form thrived, allowing artists to capture everyday life and specific environments in fine detail.