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The Hurdy-Gurdy Player

Johannes van Vliet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing in a slightly hunched position with their head tilted forward and their gaze directed downwards. The person has a prominent facial structure with barely visible features due to the angle and shadow. They are wearing a hat adorned with tall feathers and possibly fur-lined, as well as a loose-fitting, historical outfit. In their left arm, they hold a rectangular object and a round object is visible hanging on their right side. The background features minimalistic renderings of foliage and the ground, with an aged, textured look.

Artwork Details

Date
1632
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2839 × 4108 px
Public Domain
Yes
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