Kermisprent van de lantaarnopstekers van Amsterdam voor het jaar 1838 by Jacob Coldewijn

Kermisprent van de lantaarnopstekers van Amsterdam voor het jaar 1838 1838

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aged paper

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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hand drawn type

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personal sketchbook

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sketchwork

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journal

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pen work

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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street

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This 1838 broadside by Jacob Coldewijn, titled "Kermis-Wensch" (Fair-wish) is a satirical depiction of the lamplighters of Amsterdam. The image depicts a street scene with buildings, a bridge, and lamplighters working. This black and white engraving is located in the Rijksmuseum, and is a unique example of 19th century Dutch art, combining a social commentary with a humorous visual style. It exemplifies the use of graphic arts to reflect everyday life and local culture.

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