Inkt- en pennenkoopman 1778 - 1838

Anthonie van den Bos's "Inkt- en pennenkoopman" is a detailed pen-and-ink drawing depicting a street vendor. The artist, known for his captivating sketches of everyday life, captures the character's weathered features and worn clothing with meticulous detail. The drawing, created between 1778 and 1838, now resides at the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during the late 18th and early 19th centuries in the Netherlands.