Gezicht op Culemborg 1786 - 1792

"Gezicht op Culemborg" is an etching by Carel Frederik (I) Bendorp, depicting a view of the city of Culemborg from the Veerhuis, a ferry house, in the Netherlands. The artwork, which was created between 1786 and 1792, showcases Bendorp's meticulous attention to detail, with the bustling waterfront and the city's architecture rendered with precision. This etching is a fine example of 18th-century Dutch landscape art, highlighting the importance of the port city of Culemborg, while also capturing the charm of everyday life in the region. The Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, houses this exquisite piece of art, providing a glimpse into the history and aesthetics of Dutch art during this period.