Burgerweeshuis te Rotterdam 1790

This 1790 etching by Dutch artist Jan Bulthuis depicts the Burgerweeshuis, a former orphanage in Rotterdam. Viewers are offered a glimpse of the building through an open doorway, revealing its symmetrical facade with rows of windows and a central entrance. The perspective creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the building's scale and architectural details. The figures in the foreground, including a woman with a basket, a child, and a group of individuals in conversation, add a touch of everyday life to this architectural scene.