Vis schoonmakende vrouw 1781 - 1822

"Vis schoonmakende vrouw" is a drawing on paper created by Hermanus Fock between 1781 and 1822. The drawing, housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a woman preparing fish. The composition is simple, with the woman standing in profile, her back to the viewer, as she cleans the fish on a table. The details of the woman's clothing and the surrounding objects are carefully rendered, showcasing Fock's skill in depicting everyday scenes. The artwork is a small, intimate piece (179 mm x 128 mm), offering a glimpse into the daily life of a woman in the 18th century.