Pijprokende visser te Scheveningen 1825 - 1835

"Pijprokende visser te Scheveningen" (Smoking Fisherman in Scheveningen) is a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, created between 1825 and 1835. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a fisherman, clad in traditional blue clothing, leaning against a fence, his pipe held in his hand. The artist's keen eye for detail is evident in the depiction of the fisherman's attire and the surrounding landscape. The work exemplifies Madou's mastery of lithography, capturing the essence of everyday life in Scheveningen. The artwork, measuring 340 mm by 274 mm, provides a glimpse into the cultural and social milieu of the Netherlands in the 19th century.