Bezemverkoper 1769 - 1838

"Bezemverkoper" is a 19th-century etching by Italian artist Carlo Lasinio, depicting a street vendor selling brooms in front of the Church of San Giovanni in Florence. The work showcases Lasinio's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the everyday life of 19th-century Italy. This image is likely from a series of prints called "Veduta della Chiesa di S. Giovanni", which depicted various scenes and characters in the vicinity of the Church of San Giovanni in Florence. The print's inscription, "Chi ha ragnatelli donne da spazzaro - Le granate da me venga a comprare," translates to "Who has cobwebs, women to sweep - Come buy your grenades from me." The inscription, along with the depiction of the vendor, highlights the social realities of the time, revealing the bustling marketplace activities that were a significant part of Italian life in the 19th century.