Skitse med fiskerkoner og handlende. 1765 - 1841

This quick sketch of fishwives and merchants was created by C.D. Fritzsch using pen and brown ink. The artist's choice of medium invites us to consider the immediacy of the work. A pen and ink sketch lacks the depth and color of oil painting. It is not a finished piece, but a record of a fleeting moment. The thin lines capture the lively atmosphere of a bustling fish market. The sketch is not concerned with detail, but with the overall impression of a scene, focusing on the exchange between the working class and the merchants, who most likely belong to a higher social class. The choice of materials speaks to the artistic approach, and the artist's interest in portraying a narrative of commerce and social dynamics. It invites us to consider the value placed on different forms of labor, and the role of art in documenting everyday life. By doing so, this sketch urges us to reconsider the boundaries between fine art and craft, and appreciate the skill involved in capturing the essence of a moment with simple tools.