Brillenverkoper en een oude vrouw 1723 - 1789

"Brillenverkoper en een oude vrouw" (Glasses Seller and an Old Woman) is an etching by Jacob Hoolaart, created between 1723 and 1789. The image portrays a glasses seller holding a pair of spectacles in front of an old woman who is standing in the doorway of a building. This etching demonstrates Hoolaart's skilled use of line and shading to create a sense of depth and realism. The work highlights the social interactions and everyday scenes of the 18th century in the Netherlands. It was likely created for a print collection or as a standalone artwork for private collectors.