Visboer op de markt c. 1792 - 1834

"Visboer op de markt" (Fishmonger at the market), an etching by Lambertus Antonius Claessens, depicts a bustling fish market scene. Created between 1792 and 1834, the artwork showcases the artist's skill in capturing the details of daily life. The composition is centered on a fishmonger, intently preparing his wares for sale, while a crowd of buyers and sellers fill the background. The use of shading and linework creates a sense of depth and realism, drawing the viewer into the scene. Claessens' meticulous depiction of the fishmonger's tools, the variety of fish, and the market's bustling atmosphere offers a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch society.