Poort, decoratie voor het Zee-comptoir, 1795 1795

"Poort, decoratie voor het Zee-comptoir, 1795", is an anonymous engraving from 1795, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a decorative archway, likely intended for a building or monument. The design features classical elements, including columns and an arched opening, surmounted by a triangular pediment. The inscription "MARINE" suggests a nautical theme and connection to the Dutch East India Company (VOC) which may have been located at the Zee-comptoir. This small but intricate artwork offers a glimpse into the architectural and decorative styles of the late 18th century.