The Baker's Cart 1656

"The Baker's Cart" (1656) by Jean Michelin is a genre painting depicting a bustling scene of a street vendor selling bread. The painting captures the everyday life of ordinary people in the 17th century. Michelin, born in 1616 and died in 1670, was known for his detailed and realistic depictions of common life. The painting's focus on everyday life and working-class people reflects a growing interest in such subjects during this period. The composition, with its diverse figures and detailed setting, creates a sense of narrative and observation. This artwork is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.