Vignet van het commandement van Amsterdam, 1795 1795

This intricate etching, created by Theodoor Koning in 1795, depicts the coat of arms of the Amsterdam Commandment. The central circular motif features a female figure representing the city, surrounded by the inscription "Vryheid, Gelykheid, Broederschap van Amsterdam," which translates to "Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood of Amsterdam." This detailed design, filled with military symbols like cannons, flags, and swords, exemplifies the power and authority of the city's governance. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical document that reflects the political climate and ideologies of Amsterdam in the late 18th century.