Onderscheiden werkzaamheden, / Ziet gy hier in deze prent, / Kunstig in het hout gesneden, / Aan de lieve jeugd bekend 1828 - 1913

This print, titled 'Onderscheiden werkzaamheden', was created by Erve Wismuller, using woodcut. The composition is neatly divided into twelve framed vignettes, each depicting a different trade. Notice how the artist employs simple lines and flat areas of color, creating a schematic representation of each occupation, with clear delineation of form and function. The rudimentary use of perspective lends a somewhat flattened quality to the scenes. Each trade is presented as a self-contained unit, contributing to a larger structural narrative about labor and society. The limited color palette, primarily blue, orange and grey, serves a dual purpose: it provides visual unity across the different scenes and highlights essential elements within each vignette. The artist invites us to consider how the depiction of various trades reflects broader cultural codes and values related to work, skill, and societal roles.