Interieur van een kruidenierszaak 1881

"Interieur van een kruidenierszaak" (Interior of a Grocery Store), created in 1881 by Léon Augustin Lhermitte (1844-1925), depicts a typical scene of daily life in a Dutch grocery store. The etching captures the intimate atmosphere of the shop, showcasing a woman standing at the counter with a basket in hand, while a second woman, presumably the shopkeeper, is visible behind the counter. Lhermitte's meticulous attention to detail, especially in rendering the objects on the shelves, creates a sense of realism and authenticity. This work, characteristic of his genre paintings, highlights Lhermitte's skill in portraying the everyday lives of ordinary people.