Wintervermaak 1822 - 1849

This print, called 'Wintervermaak', was produced by Mindermann & Co. in Amsterdam, but the date is unknown. It presents a series of small scenes of winter activities, each with its own rhyming caption. These images provide a fascinating glimpse into the everyday leisure activities of the Dutch population. The scenes range from ice skating and sledding to more unusual pursuits like ice golf. Through its display of winter entertainment, the print underscores the importance of leisure in Dutch culture. But the presentation of these scenes also speaks to the development of a commercialized leisure industry. The print itself functions as a kind of advertisement, promoting the idea of winter as a time for recreation and consumption. It might be interesting to investigate the publishing industry in Amsterdam at the time to discover how prints like these became such a popular form of cultural expression. By looking at the visual codes and cultural references within the print, and by considering the social and economic context in which it was made, we can gain a deeper understanding of its significance as a cultural artifact.