Netherlands - Rotterdam; Carel Frederik Bensdorp/Bulthuis...

The print shows an idyllic view of the Oude Plantage, the oldest city park in Rotterdam, laid out in 1774. The Park: You can see the broad promenade along the River Maas, at that time planted with rows of young trees. Residents in historical clothing take a stroll along the water here. The Background: On the horizon — across the water of the Nieuwe Maas — you can see Rotterdam's historic skyline with several sailing ships, windmills (such as those that stood along the Oostzeedijk/Rubensstraat) and church towers in the distance. The Monogram: In the lower right corner of the scene the print is monogrammed with the initials "W.B." Height: 10 cm. Width: 15 cm. in frame: 19 x 32 cm The design is drawn by Jan Bulthuis (1755–1801), a well-known Dutch artist and amateur painter who captured many cityscapes. The distinctive monogram "W.B." in the lower right stands for W. Bulthuis (historically his first name was sometimes written or indicated as Willem/Wynand or in relation to family editions). Engraver: The etcher and copper engraver is Carel Frederik Bensdorp (1736–1814). Publication: This print was issued in 1793 by the Amsterdam publisher H.A. Banse. It was part of the popular series Vaderlandsche gezichten or images of famous cities, towns, noble houses, castles, churches, towers, gates and other notable buildings. see the photos for a good impression; they are part of the description is sent by registered mail.

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