Drukke straat wordt geveegd c. 1831

"Drukke straat wordt geveegd" (Busy Street Being Swept), a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, depicts a bustling street scene, likely in Belgium, where two street sweepers work amidst a throng of pedestrians. Madou, known for his lively portrayal of everyday life, captures the energy and movement of the scene, highlighting the social interactions of the time. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 19th-century Belgian urban life.