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The Damrak in winter, 1735-1807. Creator: Hendrik Pothoven
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The Damrak in winter, 1735-1807. Creator: Hendrik Pothoven
The Damrak in winter, 1735-1807
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Amsterdam The Netherlands Clearing Deck Paint Housing Neo Classical Neo Classicism Neoclassical Overcast Shovelling Thoroughfare Watercolor Paint Artistic Movement Damrak Hendrik Pothoven
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This 18th-century pencil drawing by Hendrik Pothoven, titled "The Damrak in Winter, 1735-1807," offers a glimpse into the past of Amsterdam's bustling Damrak avenue during the winter season. The Damrak, a significant thoroughfare in the heart of Amsterdam, is depicted in all its wintry splendor, with a thick layer of snow covering the deck paint and the ground. The men in the scene are seen shoveling the snow to clear the way for the horse-drawn carriages and foot traffic. The meticulous detail in Pothoven's drawing showcases the Dutch urban landscape of the time, with its neoclassical architecture, housing facades, and the Rijksmuseum in the background. The overcast weather adds an atmospheric touch to the scene, with the color palette dominated by muted tones of gray, white, and brown. The use of pencil and watercolor paint lends a sense of authenticity to the image, transporting us back to the wintry days of the Netherlands in the late 18th century. Hendrik Pothoven, also known as J. Pothoff or H. Pothoren, was a Dutch artist known for his meticulous drawings and watercolors, primarily of urban landscapes and architectural scenes. This artwork serves as an essential piece of heritage art, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the rich artistic traditions of the Low Countries during the eighteenth century.
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