Plate 13: four street vendors from Madrid selling muscat grapes, plums, pans and pop-up saints, from 'Los Gritos de Madrid' (The Cries of Madrid) 1809 - 1817

This hand-colored etching by Miguel Gamborino is part of the "Los Gritos de Madrid" (The Cries of Madrid) series, which depicts the daily life of street vendors in Madrid. This plate, titled “Plate 13,” features four vendors, including a woman selling muscat grapes, another selling plums, a man selling pans, and one selling pop-up saints, all of which were common street goods in Madrid during the 19th century. This series provides a glimpse into the vibrant and bustling street culture of Madrid during that time. The etchings capture the movement, color, and character of these everyday figures, showcasing Gamborino's talent for capturing the details of his surroundings. This artwork is a valuable record of the social and economic life of 19th-century Madrid, capturing the diversity of its vendors and the goods they traded.