Kermiswens van de Amsterdamse torenwachters, 1816 1815 - 1816

This 1815-1816 engraving by the "erven weduwe Cornelis Stichter" (the heirs of the widow of Cornelis Stichter) depicts a view of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Titled "Kermiswens van de Amsterdamse torenwachters" (Fair wishes from the Amsterdam tower guards), the engraving features a detailed perspective of the city's architecture, including the Zuiderkerk (Southern Church) and its iconic tower. The piece includes text, likely a poem or song, which alludes to the city's festivities and the role of the tower guards. The artwork is a valuable historical document reflecting Amsterdam's urban landscape and social life during the early 19th century.