Gezicht op Sint-Jorisdoelen te Leiden 1763 - 1770

Abraham Delfos’s “Gezicht op Sint-Jorisdoelen te Leiden” is an 18th-century etching depicting a view of the Sint-Jorisdoelen, a former shooting range in Leiden, Netherlands. The detailed drawing captures the building's architecture, the surrounding canal, and figures going about their daily lives. Created between 1763 and 1770, this print offers a glimpse into the cityscape of Leiden during the Dutch Golden Age. This work is a fine example of the topographical prints that were popular in the Netherlands at the time, showcasing the skill of Delfos, a prolific artist known for his architectural drawings and cityscapes.