Viktualienhändler mit seinem Knecht und Schubkarren before 1817

This drawing by C. H. Meyer, titled "Viktualienhändler mit seinem Knecht und Schubkarren," depicts a street vendor and his assistant pushing a cart full of goods. The scene provides a glimpse into everyday life in the early 19th century, highlighting the bustling marketplace and the diverse goods available for sale. The detailed depiction of the vendor's wares and the cart's design suggests Meyer's interest in capturing the realities of working-class life, offering viewers a visual record of a particular time and place. The drawing, now housed in the Städel Museum, exemplifies a genre known as "genre painting," which focused on everyday scenes and activities.