Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse courantombrengers voor het jaar 1858 1857 - 1858

This anonymous print from 1857-58, titled "Nieuwjaarswens van de Amsterdamse courantombrengers voor het jaar 1858," features a visual poem celebrating the New Year in Amsterdam. Three circular illustrations depict various landmarks of the city, highlighting the importance of community and local identity. The text itself is a poetic New Year's wish filled with hopes for the coming year. The artwork is a unique example of 19th century Dutch printmaking and provides valuable insight into the visual culture and customs of the time.