Gezicht op de Oude Kerk te Amsterdam 1685 - 1726

Daniël Stopendaal created this print of the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam sometime around the late 17th or early 18th century. The image is dominated by the striking architectural presence of the church, rendered in meticulous detail, with emphasis on its towering spire and Gothic windows. The dark lines contrast against the bright paper, giving a sense of depth to the composition. Looking closely, we can see how Stopendaal uses linear perspective to guide our eyes, drawing us into the scene. Notice the intricate lines that define the church's structure, balanced by the softer, more organic shapes of the trees. The structure of the print plays with ideas of space and representation, inviting us to contemplate the relationship between the built environment and the natural world. The artwork's formal structure invites ongoing interpretation, reflecting changing perspectives on urban life and artistic representation.