Antique Print of the 'Leidsepoort' in Amsterdam by Commelin (1726)

Description: Antique print titled 'De Leydtze Poort.' - The Leiden Gate of Amsterdam. This print originates from the second edition (first 1693) of 'Beschryvinge van Amsterdam (..)', 1726, one of the best 17th. century descriptions of Amsterdam, based on the works of Dapper and van Domselaar and on materials furnished by the author's father Isaac Commelin. Casparus Commelin had access to the archives of the city and thus considered more reliable than Dapper/Domselaar.

Artists and Engravers: Anonymous.