Dienstmeisje en melkverkoopster 1803

"Dienstmeisje en melkverkoopster" (Maid and Milk Seller) is an 1803 hand-colored etching by Dutch artist Ludwig Gottlieb Portman. The print depicts two women engaged in a daily transaction, a maid receiving milk from a milk seller, highlighting the everyday life in the Netherlands during the early 19th century. The detailed portrayal of their clothing and the scene's simple yet expressive composition showcase Portman's skill in capturing the essence of ordinary life. The print is currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection in Amsterdam.