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The Herring Seller
Gabriël Metsu (mentioned on object), c. 1661 - c. 1662
With a critical eye, the woman in this painting inspects the herring being offered to her by a herring merchant. Unlike what is common today in the Netherlands, fish was primarily consumed in the morning and afternoon during the 17th century. Additionally, there was an abundant supply of fresh fish on Catholic fasting days such as Fridays, when meat was not eaten.
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-A-2328
- Dimensionsheight 37 cm x width 33 cm
- Physical characteristicsoil on panel