Markedshandlende 1740 - 1790

"Markedshandlende" (Market Trader) is a pen drawing on paper created by Danish artist Johann Christian Brand between 1740 and 1790. The work depicts a man in simple attire, likely a commoner, standing in front of a wooden barrel, suggesting he's a market vendor. Brand's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the figure's clothing and the surrounding environment, including the wooden barrel, loose stones, and a distant village. The work reflects Brand's interest in capturing the lives of everyday people, showcasing his talent for portraying both the physical and emotional aspects of his subjects. "Markedshandlende" is currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.