Illuminatie voor het huis van T. Otter te Amsterdam, 1788 1788

This is a 1788 etching by Daniël (I) Veelwaard depicting the illumination of the house of Mr. T. Otter in Amsterdam on March 8th, 1788. The image shows an elaborate, arched structure adorned with elaborate decorations and strung lights, representing the illumination used to light up the house for the occasion. The print likely depicts the facade of a building, which was decorated with a temporary structure of lights and decorations. The details of the design and the presence of people in the image suggest a celebration or significant event. It is a good example of the decorative arts and the visual culture of the late 18th century.