Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse straatvegers, ca. 1860-1880 1860 - 1880

"Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse straatvegers" is a Dutch New Year's greeting card dating from 1860-1880. Created by an anonymous artist and now housed in the Rijksmuseum, the card depicts a stylized scene of Amsterdam's street sweepers in the winter, showcasing their humble labor and resilience. The inscription "door den STRA-ATREINIGER" suggests a message of solidarity from the street sweepers to their patrons, a testament to the importance of their often overlooked role in the city's life. The card's simple yet elegant design captures the essence of working-class life in 19th-century Amsterdam.