The Fishmongers
1688
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1688
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Fishmongers is a 1688 ink by Peeter Bout, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy harbor scene. People are unloading fish from a large boat onto the dock. Some men sit on the ground, sorting through their catch. Others walk around with baskets or dogs. In the background, ships float on the water and buildings line the shore. Notice how the artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and life. The scene feels crowded but organized, like a real day at work. Want to see more like this? Look up etching to learn how artists create these detailed prints.
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