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The print seller, 1784. Creator: Jacobus Perkois
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The print seller, 1784. Creator: Jacobus Perkois
The print seller, 1784
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Artwork Customer Customers Engravings Itinerant Print Seller Sell Seller Selling Street Seller Street Trader Street Vendor Jacob Perkois Watercolour Paint
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The Print Seller, 1784" is a captivating work of art created by the Dutch artist Jacobus Perkois. This eighteenth-century masterpiece, dated 1784, showcases the daily life of the itinerant print seller and his young assistants in the Low Countries of Europe. The scene is depicted with intricate detail, using a combination of chalk, watercolor, and engraving techniques. Perkois masterfully captures the bustling energy of the street scene, with the print seller engaging with his customers, who are intently examining the array of prints spread out on a makeshift table. The boys, likely the artist's own children, assist their father in the trade, helping to pack up the prints or attract potential customers. The rich colors and vibrant hues of the print shop come to life in this beautiful watercolor, transporting us back in time to the bustling streets of the Netherlands during the eighteenth century. The print seller's expression of pride and satisfaction as he makes a sale is palpable, while the curiosity and excitement of the children add a sense of warmth and charm to the scene. This artwork is a testament to the importance of the print trade during this period, and the role it played in the dissemination of knowledge, art, and culture. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of Europe's most renowned museums, is fortunate to have this heritage art piece in its collection, allowing us to appreciate the skill and artistry of Jacobus Perkois and the history of the print trade in the Netherlands. The Print Seller, 1784, is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the daily life and occupations of the people of the Low Countries during the eighteenth century. The intricate details and vivid colors of this artwork continue to captivate and inspire art lovers and historians alike, making it a must-see piece for anyone interested in the history of art and the Netherlands during this period.
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