Jubileum van het Diaconie Oude Vrouwen- en Mannenhuis te Amsterdam, 1783 1783

This print of the Diaconie Oude Vrouwen- en Mannenhuis in Amsterdam was made in 1783 by an anonymous artist to commemorate the institution’s anniversary. The print depicts a large, symmetrical building under a cloudy sky. In eighteenth-century Netherlands, charitable institutions like this one played a crucial role in providing care for the elderly. This print offers insight into the social values of the time, particularly the emphasis on civic duty and care for those in need. The architecture, with its classical influences, reflects the values of order and reason that were central to the Enlightenment. The print also serves as a form of institutional self-promotion, highlighting the importance of the Diaconie Oude Vrouwen- en Mannenhuis within the social fabric of Amsterdam. To fully understand this artwork, one might consult city archives and institutional records to learn more about the Diaconie’s activities and its role in the community. Through such research, the image comes alive as a historical document.