Gezicht op het Hofje van Dam te Den Haag 1730 - 1736

This anonymous 18th-century etching titled “Gezicht op het Hofje van Dam te Den Haag” depicts a panoramic view of the Hofje van Dam, a charitable housing complex in The Hague, Netherlands. The detailed perspective showcases the architectural layout of the courtyard, with its central garden and surrounding buildings. The artist meticulously rendered the numerous figures bustling about the courtyard, adding a sense of everyday life to the scene. The work exemplifies the popular genre of cityscapes, providing a valuable glimpse into the urban landscape and social fabric of 18th-century The Hague.