Pennekonsten - proofs by Rotterdam orphans

First half 19th century. 17 handwritten leaves as proof of penmanship. Each 38 x 47 cm.

At the bottom of each leaf the name of the child, several with profession. For example, Willem Rademaker, 13 years old, is a student of tailoring and Willem der Zand, 11, will study shoemaking. Hendrik Jonas, 8 years old, signs with 't Eerste Toonschrift. (total 17)