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Jan de Groot's bookshop and lottery office in the Kalverstraat in Amsterdam, 1758-1843. Creator: Anon
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Jan de Groot's bookshop and lottery office in the Kalverstraat in Amsterdam, 1758-1843. Creator: Anon
Jan de Groot's bookshop and lottery office in the Kalverstraat in Amsterdam, 1758-1843
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1700s 1800s Bookshop Brush Deck Paint Lottery Office Isaac Ouwater Watercolour Paint
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This watercolor painting depicts the exterior of Jan de Groot's bookshop and lottery office in the bustling Kalverstraat of Amsterdam, Netherlands, during the 18th and 19th centuries. The meticulously detailed drawing, created anonymously and attributed to Isaac Ouwater or Isaak Ouwater (1728-1805), showcases the architectural beauty of the Dutch Low Countries in a bygone era. The scene is set against the backdrop of a narrow, cobblestone street, with the vibrant facade of Jan de Groot's establishment taking center stage. The two-story building is adorned with intricate brickwork, decked out in a fresh coat of colorful paint, and features a large, ornate sign bearing the name "Jan de Groot" above the entrance. A group of men, dressed in fashionable clothing of the time, gather outside the shop, engaged in animated conversation. One man, wearing a tricorn hat and holding a brush, appears to be in the midst of a painting or sketching session. A man in a coat and waistcoat, with a lottery ticket in hand, approaches the lottery office window. The paper-thin windows of the shop display an array of books, while the lottery office window boasts a large, ornate sign advertising various lottery games. The watercolor technique, with its rich, saturated colors and delicate brushstrokes, brings the scene to life, transporting us back in time to the bustling streets of Amsterdam during the 1700s and 1800s. This evocative artwork is a precious addition to any collection of European heritage art, offering a glimpse into the daily life and cultural heritage of the Netherlands during the 18th and 19th centuries.
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