Schoenmaker 1723 - 1789

Jacob Hoolaart's etching "Schoenmaker" (1723-1789) depicts a cobbler working in his shop. The scene is set outside, with a well and a tree in the background. The cobbler is seated on a stool and is working on a shoe. A dog is lying down on the roof of the workshop. The artist's use of shading creates a sense of depth and realism, and the composition is well-balanced. This artwork is a classic example of Dutch genre painting.