Gezicht op de Beurs in Rotterdam 1850

This lithograph by Hendrik Wilhelmus Last, titled "Gezicht op de Beurs in Rotterdam" (View of the Stock Exchange in Rotterdam) depicts a bustling scene in the city of Rotterdam, Netherlands. The artwork, dated 1850, shows the prominent building of the Rotterdam Stock Exchange, situated at the heart of the city. The image highlights the importance of the building in the commercial landscape of Rotterdam, showcasing the vibrant cityscape with people going about their daily lives, carriages traversing the streets, and the grand facade of the stock exchange itself. This lithograph, held by the Rijksmuseum, offers a fascinating glimpse into the architecture and daily life of 19th-century Rotterdam.