Menigte voor een huis 1778 - 1785

"Menigte voor een huis" (Crowd in front of a house) is an etching by Noach van der Meer (II) created between 1778 and 1785. The artwork depicts a crowd gathered in front of a house, with a figure hanging from a building, likely representing a public execution. This scene provides a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch society, with the etching's detailed portrayal of the crowd, the architecture, and the event capturing the atmosphere and societal commentary of the time. This piece is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, offering art enthusiasts a window into the historical and social context of 18th-century Netherlands.