Nieuwjaarsprent van de nachtwakers Possibly 1700 - 1865

This woodcut print, titled "Nieuwjaarsprent van de nachtwakers", was likely created by the artist van der Haeghen between 1700 and 1865. It depicts a scene of two night watchmen patrolling the streets of a Dutch town. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a detailed visual record of Dutch life in the 17th and 18th centuries, capturing the urban landscape and the role of night watchmen in ensuring public safety. The woodcut's intricate lines and stark contrasts highlight the drama of the scene and the importance of these figures in maintaining order.