Gezicht op de Amstel bij herberg het Molentje en hofstede Trompenburg 1708 - 1740

This etching, created by Dutch artist Matthijs Pool between 1708 and 1740, captures a picturesque view of the Amstel River. The scene depicts the "Molentje" inn and the Trompenburg estate, prominent landmarks along the river. A prominent feature of the image is the use of a bird's-eye perspective which provides a panoramic view of the surroundings, revealing the river's course and the bustling activities of the city. This work is characteristic of the detailed and realistic approach to landscape depiction prevalent in Dutch art of the 18th century, making it an excellent example of "Topographical Views", a genre popular during the Dutch Golden Age.