Marskramer Mal Jantje 1792 - 1810

"Marskramer Mal Jantje" (1792-1810) is a detailed etching by Dutch artist Wouter Johannes van Troostwijk (1782-1810). The artwork depicts a street vendor, known as a "marskramer", sitting on a stone step and playing a hurdy-gurdy. The scene is set outdoors with a tree and houses in the background, hinting at a rural or village setting. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases van Troostwijk's skill in capturing the details of everyday life in the 18th century Netherlands, creating a poignant and relatable image of a humble musician.