An Old Woman Selling Fish

"An Old Woman Selling Fish" by Gabriël Metsu exemplifies his versatile style within the Baroque period. Created using oil on a panel, this genre painting captures a humble everyday scene with remarkable detail and warmth. Metsu’s eclectic approach is evident in his attention to realistic features and lively composition, reflecting the social realities of his time. Despite a relatively small number of dated works, this piece showcases his talent for blending portrait-like intimacy with lively narrative, making it a significant example of Dutch genre art from the 17th century.