Oude oven in een bakkerij 1834 - 1906

"Oude oven in een bakkerij" (Old Oven in a Bakery) is a watercolor and pencil drawing by Dutch artist Maria Vos. Created between 1834 and 1906, the work showcases a snapshot of a baker's interior, featuring a brick oven, a wooden barrel, and a set of scales on a table. Vos was known for her meticulous renderings of everyday scenes, often capturing the details of domestic life. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the workings of a traditional bakery, highlighting the tools and spaces essential to the craft. The piece exemplifies Vos's ability to convey both the warmth and practicality of the domestic realm.