The Blind Fiddler

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etching of a man playing a violin. He is standing and facing slightly to the right, looking down at the violin. The man appears older with distinct facial features, wearing a hat with hair sticking out. His clothing is layered and loose, including a coat, wide trousers, and shoes. The drawing uses detailed cross-hatching. The man is holding a violin and bow. A small dog on a leash is in the foreground, and there is a tree to the left. In the background, there is another individual near a suggested structure, with minimal detail overall.