Inwoners van Amsterdam in de gedaante van kikkers verzameld op de Dam 1665

"Inwoners van Amsterdam in de gedaante van kikkers verzameld op de Dam" is an anonymous 17th-century etching depicting the citizens of Amsterdam as frogs gathered on Dam Square. This satirical print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a commentary on the Dutch people and their supposed frog-like qualities. The artist's depiction of the city's inhabitants as amphibians humorously highlights the perceived characteristics of the Dutch people, using the Dam Square as a stage for this whimsical critique. The intricate details of the architecture and the crowd further amplify the artist's satirical intent, making this etching a valuable glimpse into Dutch society and the artistic trends of the time.