Straatverkopers en dienstverleners

About this artwork

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Art Historical Context

Jean Duplessis-Bert's etching *Straatverkopers dienstverleners* ( Vendors and Service Providers), created during his active years from around 1760 to 1818, offers a vivid glimpse into 18th-century urban life This intimate scene likely captures the bustling energy of everyday commerce and labor—vendors hawking wares and service workers going about their trade—reflecting the social fabric of pre-Revolutionary Europe. Duplessis-Bertaux, a skilled French engraver and illustrator, was renowned for his detailed depictions of historical and contemporary subjects, often contributing to illustrated boo...

About the Artist

Jean Duplessis-Bertaux · 1750–1818

Comment on works: Engraver; Painter; Military scenes; Historical scenes; prints with inscribed maker name "Duplessis Berthault" refer to Duplessis and his engraver Pierre-Gabriel Berthault, meaning both worked on the print as draftsman and engraver.