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Hearing

Jan Pietersz Saenredam after Hendrik Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals from about the waist up. The person in the foreground is sitting with a slight turn to their right, their eyes downcast as they play a keyboard instrument. They have a detailed expression, with their hair styled in small curls framing the face and tied back. They are wearing an ornate garment featuring a ruffled collar and intricate embroidery along the sleeves and bodice. A necklace is visible, and they are wearing earrings. The second person stands slightly behind and to the right, holding what appears to be a book or music sheet and looking towards it. They have similar styled hair but it is swept back from the face. The background includes detailed foliage and drapery.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1595
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3332 × 4663 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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