Gezicht op de Jan Roodenpoortstoren 1710 - 1767

"Gezicht op de Jan Roodenpoortstoren" (View of the Jan Roodenpoort Tower), a 1710-1767 etching by Dutch artist Leonard Schenk, depicts the Jan Roodenpoort tower in Amsterdam. This detailed and meticulously crafted print showcases the tower in its urban context, including a bridge, canal, and surrounding buildings. The etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into 18th-century Amsterdam, highlighting its architectural features and bustling city life. Schenk's work is an example of the Dutch Golden Age's mastery of detailed cityscapes.