Kermis op een dorpsplein by Jules David

Kermis op een dorpsplein c. 1825

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print, engraving

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print

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romanticism

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cityscape

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genre-painting

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engraving

"Kermis op een dorpsplein" (c. 1825) by Jules David is a black and white lithograph depicting a lively scene of a village fair. The work shows a bustling public square filled with people and animals engaged in various activities such as shopping, eating, and watching performances. The detailed depiction of everyday life in a rural setting reflects the artist's interest in genre painting, a popular style in 19th century Europe. This lithograph, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the social life and customs of the time.

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