Gezicht op de zijkant van de Hauptwache, te Frankfurt am Main by Johann Jakob Samhammer

Gezicht op de zijkant van de Hauptwache, te Frankfurt am Main c. 1729 - 1730

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aged paper

homemade paper

ink paper printed

old engraving style

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen and pencil

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

This etching by Johann Jakob Samhammer, created around 1729-1730, presents a detailed view of the Hauptwache in Frankfurt am Main. The engraving, measuring 269 mm in height and 357 mm in width, showcases the building's facade, featuring intricate details like the arched windows and the decorative elements. The artwork exemplifies the architectural style of the period, highlighting the influence of Baroque and Renaissance elements. This meticulous drawing provides an invaluable historical record of the Hauptwache, a significant landmark in Frankfurt am Main.