The Old Pancake Seller

The Old Pancake Seller

Jan Steen

1668

oil

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

In this painting, a man dressed in a striped jacket and tan pants is seen walking into a room, holding a basket of bread. He is wearing a white ruffled collar and a red hat. To his right, a woman sits on a chair, wearing a blue dress and a white head covering. The room is dimly lit, with a few people standing in the background. There are various objects scattered around the room, including plates, utensils, and a jug. The atmosphere appears to be one of everyday life, with the man and woman engaged in a mundane activity. This painting is held at the Fitzwilliam Museum.

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