Kuiper aan het werk 1825 - 1835

"Kuiper aan het werk" (Cooper at Work), a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, depicts a cooper in a workshop, creating barrels from wooden staves. The realistic detail and precise lines of the print, created between 1825 and 1835, capture the meticulous craftsmanship of the trade, offering a glimpse into the everyday life of a 19th-century artisan. The image is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, showcasing Madou's ability to portray both the technical aspects and the human element of work.