Ambachten, bedrijven 1861 - 1929

"Ambachten, bedrijven" (Trades, Businesses) is a 19th-century lithograph by Albertus Willem Sijthoff, a Dutch artist known for his illustrations and satirical works. This particular work features a series of vignettes depicting various trades and businesses with accompanying rhyming verses in Dutch. The lively visual style and didactic approach suggest this print was likely intended for a general audience, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives and work of people in 19th-century Netherlands. The image includes depictions of a blacksmith, a street vendor, a cobbler, and a baker. The print is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.