72 Verscheidenheden / 72 Sujets divers 1833 - 1911

This 1833-1911 print by Brepols & Dierckx zoon, titled “72 Verscheidenheden/ 72 Sujets Divers,” is a fascinating example of a "picture dictionary," containing 72 distinct illustrations of objects and scenes from everyday life in the 19th century. The small, detailed images depict everything from musical instruments and a haystack to a “bouquet of flowers” and a “gentleman on horseback." The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the cultural landscape of the era and provides a delightful resource for historical and artistic study.