The Esnoga (Portuguese Synagogue) in Amsterdam
Romeyn de Hooghe
1675
Credits
Published in: The Posen Library of Jewish Culture and Civilization, vol. 5.
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Creator Bio
Romeyn de Hooghe
Active in the Netherlands, Romeyn de Hooghe was a prolific engraver, caricaturist, painter, and sculptor who produced over 3500 prints. His graphic political satires are considered the first of their kind.
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