Gewapende Burgermacht Rotterdam 1795 - 1818

"Gewapende Burgermacht Rotterdam" (Armed Citizen Militia Rotterdam), created by Jan Anthonie Langendijk Dzn. in 1795-1818, is a depiction of two men in uniform, likely members of the Rotterdam citizen militia. The etching, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale artwork measuring 146 mm x 115 mm and offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of late 18th and early 19th century Netherlands. The artwork emphasizes the importance of the citizen militia and the role it played in defending the city during a period of unrest. The depiction highlights the military preparedness of the citizens of Rotterdam.