Former orphanage (1520-1580) on Rokin in Amsterdam, Netherlands; all that remains is an old gate from circa 1570, later dated 1634

The municipal home for orphans, Amsterdam. Process print, 19--, after C. Bogerts after H.P. Schouten, ca. 1783.

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The municipal home for orphans, Amsterdam. Process print, 19--, after C. Bogerts after H.P. Schouten, ca. 1783.