Gezicht op het Oude Stadhuis te Amsterdam by Anonymous

Gezicht op het Oude Stadhuis te Amsterdam before 1664

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print, engraving, architecture

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dutch-golden-age

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print

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cityscape

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engraving

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architecture

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realism

This anonymous etching from before 1664 depicts the Old City Hall of Amsterdam. The detailed view showcases the building's architectural features, including the tower with its clock and the arcaded ground floor. The scene includes figures going about their daily lives in the city, with carriages and other details enhancing the realism of the composition. The artwork provides a valuable glimpse into the urban landscape of 17th-century Amsterdam, highlighting the importance of the city hall as a civic center.

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