Straatartiesten met apen en honden 1830 - 1831

"Straatartiesten met apen en honden" (Street Performers with Monkeys and Dogs) is a lithograph by French artist Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, dating to 1830-1831. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a bustling street scene with street performers entertaining a crowd. The artist's signature style, characterized by meticulous detail and a keen observation of everyday life, is evident in the lively figures, the animals, and the architectural backdrop. The lithograph showcases Decamps' mastery of the medium, capturing the energy and vibrancy of a street performance in a black and white composition.