Gezicht op Haarlem over de Amsterdamse vaart 1763 - 1813

"Gezicht op Haarlem over de Amsterdamse vaart" is an etching by Johannes Swertner, depicting a panoramic view of Haarlem from across the Amsterdam Canal. This 18th-century print, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a detailed depiction of the city, featuring its skyline with a windmill and church spires, as well as buildings along the waterfront. Swertner’s meticulous attention to detail captures the charm of Haarlem, a popular subject for artists and printmakers of the era. This artwork showcases the Dutch tradition of topographical prints, offering a glimpse into the urban landscape of the Netherlands during the 18th century.