Hand-colored engraving by Willem Writs, 1804
€90.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 14 cm × 18.5 cm , created by Willem Writs as a fine example of Hand-colored engraving work from the 19th Century (1800s).
It is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This Amsterdam Nieuwe Brug Engraving titled ‘De Nieuwe Brug te Amsterdam, uit het Y te zien – Vue du Pont Neuf à Amsterdam, du côté du Tai’ shows a lively harbour view from the IJ. Willem Writs engraved the scene in 1770, and it was published in 1804.
The handcoloured engraving measures 18.5 x 14 cm and is in very good condition. The print captures ships, quays, and houses along the Damrak, offering a vivid impression of Amsterdam’s bustling waterfront. Fine lines, soft colouring, and careful perspective create a balanced composition typical of 18th‑century city views.
This Amsterdam Nieuwe Brug Engraving is an attractive piece for collectors of Dutch prints and admirers of historic Amsterdam. It combines maritime activity, elegant craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of the city’s harbourfront.
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The 19th century marked the era of cartography, as mapmaking became professional, organized, and global. Scientists and surveyors used improved instruments and statistical methods, turning maps into trusted scientific documents with greater precision. Surveying advanced with triangulation, precise tools, and national topographic programs. Printing technology improved, adopting lithography and early color printing to produce clearer, richer maps. New thematic maps used techniques like choropleth, flow lines, and dot density to show data visually. Notably, Charles Minard pioneered multivariate mapping, combining multiple data themes on one map.
Map design reflected industrial and Victorian tastes, balancing detail and readability. Governments supported mapping societies to control territories at home and abroad. Maps became essential for urban planning, empire-building, and scientific research. The 19th century also fostered a global map culture, sharing knowledge internationally. Today, 19th-century maps are prized for their science and artistry. They laid the foundation for modern cartography, data visualization, and geographic information science, and are celebrated by collectors and institutions for their insight into industrial-age geography and culture.
| Dimensions | 14 × 18.5 cm |
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| Technique | Hand-colored engraving |
| Publish Date | 1804 |
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
