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Shopkeeper of the Moravian Church with a customer, 1803-c.1899. Creator: J. Enklaar
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Shopkeeper of the Moravian Church with a customer, 1803-c.1899. Creator: J. Enklaar
Shopkeeper of the Moravian Church with a customer, 1803-c.1899. Man of the Evangelische Broedergemeente (Hernhutters) - Evangelical Brothers Society - shows a needle case to a customer, a young woman from Alkmaar. There are no discounts: it is the set price
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This evocative watercolor painting by Dutch artist J. Enklaar captures a moment of quiet interaction between a shopkeeper of the Moravian Church and a young woman customer in Alkmaar, Netherlands, during the 19th century. The Moravian Church, also known as the Evangelical Brothers Society or Hernhutters, was a Pietist Christian denomination known for its distinctive clothing and communal living. The shopkeeper, dressed in the traditional Moravian attire, is shown leaning over the counter, displaying a needle case to the young woman. His stern expression and the sign on the wall behind him, which reads "There are no discounts: it is the set price," convey a sense of tradition, discipline, and unwavering faith. The young woman, dressed in the fashionable clothing of the time, looks intently at the needle case, her curiosity piqued. The painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands during the 19th century. The use of color and detail in the watercolor technique brings the scene to life, from the intricate patterns on the Moravian shopkeeper's headgear and the young woman's headdress, to the textures of the clothing and the shop's counter. The painting also offers a glimpse into the retail industry of the time, with the shopkeeper serving as a retailer of Moravian apparel and other items. Overall, this work of art by J. Enklaar offers a unique perspective on the intersection of faith, fashion, and commerce in the Netherlands during the 19th century.
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