Opstandige scheepsbemanning te Amsterdam, 1629 1722 - 1784

"Opstandige scheepsbemanning te Amsterdam, 1629" is a 1722-1784 drawing by Simon Fokke, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of historical events and landscapes. The drawing depicts a historical event: the mutiny of a ship's crew in Amsterdam in 1629, with detailed illustrations of the surrounding buildings, a crowd gathered in front of a grand building, and flying birds in the sky. The small size of the drawing emphasizes its intimacy and personal focus on this specific historical moment in Amsterdam. This drawing, now residing at the Rijksmuseum, serves as a valuable historical record of a significant event in Dutch maritime history, showcasing Fokke's meticulous observation and the artist's ability to document local happenings within a broader historical context.