View of the Golden Bend in the Herengracht — Gerrit Berckheyde

Gerrit Berckheyde. Painted 1671 - 1672.

Amsterdam’s huge population growth required it to expand in the 17th century: the city’s rings of canals were dug in phases. This is Herengracht under construction, with some plots still undeveloped. This particular section of the canal became the preserve of the very rich. They and their heirs were often mayors of the city and sat on the boards of the VOC, the WIC and the Suriname Society.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Painting, 17th Century, Main building.

oak (wood), oil paint (paint) · Original size: 57.9 × 42.5 cm · Purchased upon the recommendation of the Vereniging Rembrandt - with the support of the Stichting Nationaal Fonds Kunstbezit, thanks to a gift of the Royal Dutch Shell, and the BankGiro Lottery

Print: 57.9 × 42.5 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/20013086. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.