Zaal van de Amsterdamse Schouwburg, 1772 1774

"Zaal van de Amsterdamse Schouwburg, 1772" is an etching by Nicolaas van Frankendaal, created in 1774. This detailed view of the Amsterdam City Theatre is a historical document, capturing the grandeur of the space and the energy of a performance. The etching depicts a full house, with audience members filling the tiered balconies and the main floor, offering a glimpse into the social life of 18th-century Amsterdam. The Rijksmuseum houses this small-scale work, measuring 228 mm in height and 306 mm in width. This detailed artwork is an excellent example of the printmaking techniques used in the 18th century.