Gezicht op het Admiraliteitsmagazijn te Amsterdam Possibly 1752 - 1754
robertsayer
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aged paper
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toned paper
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water colours
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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mixed medium
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mixed media
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watercolor
"Gezicht op het Admiraliteitsmagazijn te Amsterdam" is a 1752-1754 print by Robert Sayer, an English artist and printmaker. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the Admiralty building in Amsterdam, which was a key symbol of Dutch power and maritime prowess. This detailed print depicts the building with its surrounding docks and streets, featuring a bustling waterfront with boats and people. Sayer's meticulous portrayal of the city's architecture and everyday life offers a glimpse into Amsterdam's 18th-century cityscape, highlighting its prosperous and bustling maritime trade.
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