De kwakzalver 1913

"De kwakzalver," a 1913 work by Christiaan Maria Dewald, is a depiction of a traveling quack doctor treating a patient in a bustling outdoor setting. This genre scene captures a common sight in 17th-century Netherlands, where charlatans peddled their wares and remedies to the public. The painting depicts a lively crowd of people surrounding the doctor, highlighting the allure and skepticism surrounding these figures. Dewald's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the realistic portrayal of clothing, facial expressions, and the surrounding environment.