Illuminatie van het pand van de Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit op het Westnieuwland te Rotterdam, 1788 1788

"Illuminatie van het pand van de Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit op het Westnieuwland te Rotterdam" is an engraving created by Franciscus Sansom in 1788, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts the illumination of the building of the "Oprechte Vaderlandsche Sociëteit" (the Sincere Patriotic Society) in Rotterdam. It showcases a detailed architectural view with a central inscription and numerous small scenes on the facade, likely celebrating historical and allegorical events. The detailed engraving provides insights into the societal and political context of 18th-century Dutch culture, highlighting the importance of patriotic societies and their contributions.