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His approach to light and shadow creates a sense of depth within the modest market stall. The figures are rendered with careful attention to their posture and expressions, suggesting a narrative of routine labour. The presence of the scales in the background and the arrangement of the fish on the wooden counter provide a sense of authenticity to the setting. The artist avoids idealisation, choosing instead to present the scene with directness and clarity. This painting offers a glimpse into the economic life of the period, where the sale of goods was a fundamental aspect of urban existence. The work is characteristic of the Leiden school of painters, who favoured small-scale genre subjects executed with precision. 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