Gezicht van't Koningsplein naar de Reguliers of Munts-Tooren, Te Amsterdam
1760
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1760
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a quiet square in a city with tall, narrow buildings. A big tree stands in the center, and people walk or stand around—some chatting, others near carts. A church tower rises in the distance, and a canal runs along the right side, with boats tied up. The scene looks calm, with no big crowds. The title says this is Amsterdam’s Koningsplein, showing daily life in the 1700s. The artist used fine lines to capture details like clothing and shadows. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made sharp, precise prints.
