Ruïne van de op 18 september 1822 verbrande Nieuwe Luthersche Kerk te Amsterdam, van binnen naar de Singel 1822

Gerrit Lamberts' "Ruïne van de op 18 september 1822 verbrande Nieuwe Luthersche Kerk te Amsterdam, van binnen naar de Singel" (1822) depicts the aftermath of a devastating fire that destroyed the New Lutheran Church in Amsterdam. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the church's interior, revealing the charred and collapsed structure. The artist's meticulous attention to detail provides a haunting glimpse into the destruction, with fallen beams and rubble scattered throughout the once sacred space. Lamberts' work serves as a historical record of this significant event, capturing the tragic impact of the fire on the Amsterdam community.