The Fishmonger 1646 - 1708

"The Fishmonger" by Ludolf Bakhuizen (1630-1707) is a genre painting showcasing a Dutch fishmonger in his trade. The painting's intimate size, measuring only 34 cm x 30 cm, focuses on the detailed depiction of the figures. The artist captures the bustling atmosphere of a fish market, featuring two individuals engaged in the sale and purchase of fish. The scene, with its focus on everyday life, is a hallmark of Dutch Golden Age genre painting, often depicting the realities of daily life. The work is currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK) in Denmark.