Kermisprent van de Amsterdamse askarrenmannen voor het jaar 1845 1845

This 1845 woodcut print, "Kermisprent van de Amsterdamse askarrenmannen voor het jaar 1845," is a visual representation of a kermis, or fair, in Amsterdam. The anonymous artist, likely a local artisan, depicted a bustling street scene with a distinctive Dutch cityscape in the background. The illustration features a cart, possibly for transporting ash, as well as figures interacting in the foreground. This print exemplifies the visual culture of 19th century Amsterdam, capturing the daily life and communal activities of the city. Its presence in the Rijksmuseum highlights the historical and cultural significance of this visual tradition.