Een boerengezin op weg naar de markt c. 1470 - 1491

Martin Schongauer’s "Een boerengezin op weg naar de markt" (c. 1470-1491) is a captivating engraving that depicts a peasant family on their way to market. A woman rides a donkey, accompanied by a child, while a man follows behind, burdened with a heavy sack. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of rolling hills, a small village, and a quaint church. This detailed and expressive work showcases Schongauer's masterful use of line and shadow, capturing the everyday life of the common people in a remarkably realistic way. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of the artist’s technical skill and his ability to imbue his subjects with both simplicity and profoundness.