Exterieur van een veilinghuis Possibly 1905

"Exterieur van een veilinghuis" (Exterior of an Auction House), possibly created in 1905 by an anonymous artist, is a satirical illustration depicting a group of individuals gathered outside an auction house. The work, executed in pen and ink, employs caricature to exaggerate the features and clothing of the subjects, highlighting the social dynamics and class distinctions of the time. The artist captures the bustle and intrigue of the auction world, suggesting a scene of both excitement and social commentary. The composition, with its emphasis on figures and their interactions, is reminiscent of the satirical illustrations common in late 19th-century European periodicals.