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Engraving of Hôtel de l’Amstel in Amsterdam viewed from the Amstel River, c.1870
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Engraving of Hôtel de l’Amstel in Amsterdam viewed from the Amstel River
This charming antique engraving depicts the iconic Hôtel de l’Amstel in Amsterdam, seen from across the tranquil waters of the Amstel River. The architectural rendering presents the building in its pristine 19th-century grandeur, just after its opening in 1867.
The hotel, now known as the InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, has long been regarded as one of the city's most prestigious accommodations, frequented by royalty, heads of state, and artists throughout its history.
The print captures the neo-Renaissance façade in exquisite linear detail, emphasizing the ornate windows, dormer gables, and classical proportions that define the building’s symmetrical elegance. The engraving technique used here is especially effective in portraying the texture of the stonework and the soft ripples of the river in the foreground, creating a reflective mood that highlights both the calm of the location and the dignified character of the hotel itself.
A small boat moored to the left and a pavilion-style terrace extending from the central section of the hotel hint at the leisurely luxury associated with this grand institution. The surrounding waterscape and subtle sky hatching are executed with fine linework, suggesting a skilled engraver behind the plate, though the artist or publisher is not specifically credited in this impression.
This print likely originates from a late 19th-century French or Dutch travel publication, as the caption is in French: "Hôtel de l'Amstel, à Amsterdam." Such engravings were popular among collectors and travelers as elegant souvenirs of prominent European landmarks.
The engraving would make a wonderful addition to a collection of Amsterdam city views or architectural history prints. Its balanced composition and iconic subject matter also lend it strong decorative appeal.
Condition Report:
Fair to good condition. Light foxing and faint age-toning visible, primarily in the margins. Blank on the reverse. Strong lines and well-preserved detail throughout. Comes in a small matting board.
Framing Tips:
Frame in a traditional dark wood or gold moulding to complement the classic architectural subject. Use a warm ivory or light grey mat to enhance the engraving’s linework. A float mount is also an option to display the full sheet and printed caption.
Seize is including a matting board.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Good condition. Light foxing and faint age-toning visible, primarily in the margins. Blank on the reverse. Strong lines and well-preserved detail throughout.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14066-31stDibs: LU3054345120242
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