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Fish Market, 1568 (oil on baltic oak)
3472147 Fish Market, 1568 (oil on baltic oak) by Beuckelaer or Bueckelaer, Joachim (c.1530-73); 128x174 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 23150608
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Buying Carp Fishmonger Flanders Flemish Herring Housewives Market Square Marketplace Netherlandish Pike Queue Salmon Selling Sensual Square Vendor Waiting
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This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling fish market in 1568. Painted by Joachim Beuckelaer or Bueckelaer, this oil on Baltic oak masterpiece measures an impressive 128x174 cm and is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. The scene depicts a lively marketplace filled with an array of fresh seafood. Women from all walks of life gather around the fishmonger's stall, eagerly waiting their turn to purchase the finest catch of the day. The aroma of saltwater fills the air as customers carefully select their desired fish - carp, herring, cod, salmon, pike - each displayed meticulously on tables for inspection. Amidst this sea of activity stands a female vendor skillfully attending to her customers' needs. Her expertise and confidence are evident as she expertly handles each transaction. Housewives patiently queue up behind her stall while engaging in animated conversations about recipes and cooking techniques. The architectural beauty surrounding this marketplace adds to its allure. An arch frames the square where vendors proudly display their wares against charming Flemish buildings that line both sides. This painting not only showcases the abundance and variety found within Dutch markets but also highlights how commerce brought people together during that era. It serves as a testament to our timeless fascination with food and our enduring connection with nature's bountiful offerings.
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