Gezicht op het Diaconieweeshuis in Amsterdam 1693

"Gezicht op het Diaconieweeshuis in Amsterdam" is an anonymous etching from 1693 depicting the Diaconieweeshuis, an orphanage in Amsterdam, as seen from the water. The print captures the building's architectural details, including its numerous windows and gabled roof, set against the backdrop of the canal and surrounding cityscape. It offers a glimpse into 17th-century Amsterdam, showcasing the city's bustling waterfront activity and the importance of charitable institutions. The etching is a testament to the meticulous detail and technical skill of the anonymous artist, providing a valuable historical record of the Diaconieweeshuis and Amsterdam's urban landscape.