Oproep voor het betrekken van de wacht bij de schutterij van Amsterdam door Jacob Guillot 1716 - 1761

This etching by Pieter Tanjé, created between 1716 and 1761, depicts a scene of military recruitment in Amsterdam. The central figure, a Roman soldier in full armor, stands amidst a group of allegorical figures. The text below indicates that the "Oproep voor het betrekken van de wacht bij de schutterij van Amsterdam" is for the company of Jacob Guillot. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the historical practices of military recruitment and the importance of the Schutterij, a civic militia in 18th century Amsterdam. The artwork's detailed composition, emphasizing the figure of the Roman soldier, underscores the strength and discipline of the Dutch military at the time.