Gezicht op de Nieuwe Stadsherberg aan het IJ c. 1860 - 1875

"Gezicht op de Nieuwe Stadsherberg aan het IJ" is an anonymous albumen print dating from around 1860-1875. The photograph, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a view of the Nieuwe Stadsherberg ("New City Inn") located at the IJ, a body of water in Amsterdam. This detailed image showcases a bustling harbor with numerous ships, some docked, some in transit, and others at anchor. It offers a glimpse into the maritime activity and urban landscape of Amsterdam during the mid-19th century, a time when the city was experiencing significant growth and modernization. The composition effectively captures the scale of the harbor and the interplay between land and water, creating a compelling visual narrative of the city's industrial and commercial life.