Great Fish Market by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder. A 17th-century market scene depicting a bearded vendor and two women surrounded by a large variety of fish, shells, and a narwhal tusk.

Great Fish Market

Joachim von Sandrart the Elder

1654 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic and detailed Baroque genre scene showcasing an abundant collection of marine life at an old-world fish market.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Dining Room
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Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1654 by Joachim von Sandrart the Elder, this masterfully executed oil painting captures the bustling atmosphere of a Great Fish Market. The composition centers on a dense arrangement of sea creatures, including a prominent narwhal tusk and a vibrant lobster, rendered with the precise detail and dramatic chiaroscuro typical of the Baroque period.