The vendor is seated on a wooden bench with a basket of wickerwork on a stool. A young man reaches for a doughnut, which he holds in his left hand. Acquired as an anonymous work, it is a carefree and sincere approach to humble, everyday life, with no more than anecdotal scope, but at other times capable of penetrating the depths of the conscience of the humble in the manner inspired by Caravaggio. Despite certain anatomical and luminous deficiencies, the work reflects the qualities of the sweets that are the main attraction of the composition and the way in which they were distributed among the society of the time.
Collection: Images
Project: 2. Social and economic impact of technological revolutions in Europe., 3. Rural world and urban world in the formation of the European identity., 9. Travels and travelers: economic, social and cultural connections.
Chronology: XVII, XVIII
Scope: Secondary Education, Baccalaureate, University
Resource type: Image
Format: Oil on canvas (111 x 92 cm)
Source: Museo del Prado (Madrid)
Language: Spanish
Date: 17th century
Owner: Álvaro Romero González (Modernalia)
Identifier: P003263
Copyright: Museo del Prado (Madrid)
Abstract: A candy seller, portrayed by Cipper, is shown at a small street stall displaying his wares
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