Amsterdamse visboer en Amsterdams viswijf 1728
bernardpicart
pencil drawn
light pencil work
pencil sketch
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
ink drawing experimentation
pen-ink sketch
sketchbook drawing
pencil work
storyboard and sketchbook work
"Amsterdamse visboer en Amsterdams viswijf" (Amsterdam Fishmonger and Amsterdam Fishwife) is an etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, created in 1728. This artwork is a pair of portraits depicting a male and female fishmonger from Amsterdam, dressed in traditional clothing of the time. This work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into the daily life and dress of Amsterdam citizens in the 18th century, showcasing the detail and precision of Picart’s etching technique. The work is known for its realistic portrayal of the figures and their attire, giving viewers a glimpse into the social and economic activities of 18th-century Amsterdam.
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