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An engraving of the country estate "Meerhuizen". The main house is a two-story symmetrical building with five window bays and two chimneys on a hipped roof. In the foreground, people walk along a path next to a canal where a small boat is moored. To the right, a gated entry leads to an alley of trees. A horse-drawn carriage is positioned in the courtyard in front of the house.
Meerhuizen. Country house belonging to MR. JEAN COOPS.
The estate Meerhuizen belonging to MR. JOANNES COOPS.
An engraving of the country estate "Nagermeer". The composition features a prominent building on the left with a high-pitched roof and a smaller turret. A central ornate gateway stands within a fence, with tall trees visible behind it. In the foreground, a canal features a sailboat and a small rowing boat. On the right bank, a carriage with two horses is departing.
Nagermeer. Country house belonging to the Very Illustrious MR. GILLIS VALKENIER, former alderman of the city of Amsterdam.
The estate Nagermeer, belonging to the Noble and Venerable MR. GILLIS VALKENIER, former Alderman of the city of Amsterdam.