Hoendermarkt 1630 - 1634

"Hoendermarkt" (Chicken Market) is a drawing by Dutch artist Jan Martszen de Jonge, dating back to 1630-1634. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a bustling market scene in the Netherlands, showcasing the daily lives of its citizens. The detailed and delicate strokes capture the lively exchange of goods and services, focusing on the market's poultry trade. The composition, with its emphasis on human figures and their interactions, provides a glimpse into the social dynamics of the era.