Gezicht op de Schreierstoren in Amsterdam 1858

"Gezicht op de Schreierstoren in Amsterdam" is an 1858 lithograph by Johann Gabriel Friedrich Poppel, depicting the Schreierstoren (or "Shouter's Tower") in Amsterdam. The tower, located on the city's waterfront, was once a gatehouse and later served as a prison. Poppel captures the tower's imposing presence against a backdrop of the bustling cityscape, with boats and figures adding life to the scene. This artwork provides a glimpse into 19th-century Amsterdam through the lens of the renowned artist Johann Gabriel Friedrich Poppel, who is known for his meticulous depictions of Dutch landscapes and cityscapes.