Schoenmaker in zijn werkplaats 1796

"Schoenmaker in zijn werkplaats" (Shoemaker in his Workshop), a watercolor by W. Barthautz, depicts a cobbler working in his shop in 1796. The cobbler, dressed in a plaid shirt and blue cap, sits on a stool and works on a shoe while a young boy looks on. The scene is filled with details of the cobbler’s trade, such as a workbench, a stool, a boot, and a variety of tools. The use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the scene. This work offers a glimpse into the daily life of a cobbler in 18th century Netherlands.