Titelblad met het wapen met het koggeschip 1639

This print, made by Boëtius Adamsz. Bolswert, features a cog ship on a heraldic shield. The ship, a symbol of commerce and transit, is rendered with sails catching the wind. The ship motif, seen here as a representation of Amsterdam, can be traced back to ancient seafaring cultures, where it symbolized journeys, exploration, and trade. Consider the ship in the context of a funerary boat in ancient Egypt, carrying souls to the afterlife. Here, in this early modern print, the ship motif also carries collective aspirations, linking Amsterdam to a larger world. It's as though this image resonates with a primal longing for connection. Like a dream, it evokes a sense of longing and exploration. This emblem is not just a logo. It is an invitation to embark on a voyage through memory.