Veldbakker 1809 - 1841

"Veldbakker" (Field Baker) is a pen and ink drawing by Joannes Bemme, dating from 1809-1841, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The scene depicts a group of men working around a large portable oven, likely preparing food for soldiers during a military campaign. The detail and realism in Bemme's drawing capture the daily life of a field baker, emphasizing the practical and often challenging aspects of this occupation during the early 19th century. The composition highlights the significance of the baker's work in sustaining an army, a crucial aspect of military logistics in that era.