Verkoper van groenten before 1900

This is a monochrome print of a photograph, showing a seller of vegetables with his wares. The choice of photography, and printmaking, as a medium is important. Photography emerged as a powerful tool for documenting everyday life, and the printmaking process would have allowed for wider distribution of this image, making it accessible to a broader audience. This print serves as a visual record of a specific time and place, capturing the essence of labor, the textures of the market, and social context. The framing of this scene, with its careful arrangement of produce and tools, elevates the mundane to something worthy of attention. The labor and skill involved in producing and selling vegetables are on full display here. From the farmer who grew the produce, to the seller who carefully arranges and displays it, each step in the process contributes to the final image. This image reminds us to value the work and social contribution of those who provide our sustenance, and elevates the status of everyday labor.