View of the two block houses in the Amstel, Image of the two block houses on the Amstel in front of Amsterdam, built in the year 1650 (title on object), The two block houses in the Amstel outside Amsterdam, built in 1651 to defend the city after the failed attack by William II on Amsterdam on July 30, 1650. To the left and right of the Blokhuizen are two hamlets, the precursors of the later city gates. Various boats on the water, with children swimming. At the top a shell ornament with both sides of a medal struck in 1650., print maker: Bernard Picart, after print by: Pieter Nolpe

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