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

This broadside is titled "New Year's Greetings from the Amsterdam Newspaper Carriers for the Year 1858." Printed anonymously, this document provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural fabric of 19th-century Amsterdam. Newspaper carriers, who were often working-class individuals, would distribute these greetings to their customers as a way to express gratitude and solicit tips for the new year. This tradition highlights the intersection of commerce and community during this period. The broadside itself is adorned with images of Amsterdam, rooting the text in a specific time and place. The verses printed below, convey hopes for prosperity and well-being. They underscore the values and concerns of the people of Amsterdam in 1858. This New Year's greeting offers a unique perspective on the lives and perspectives of the working class in a rapidly changing urban environment.