The image features an etching of a person from the waist up, seated and playing a guitar. The person appears reclined with their arms wrapped around the guitar. Their head is slightly tilted forward, with a shadowed face showcasing strong and serious facial features. They have short, dark hair and wear a large, dark hat. The person's clothing is loose-fitting and textured, giving the impression of layers and volume. One hand grips the guitar neck while the other strums the strings. The background consists of heavy, dark, swirling patterns, emphasizing the figure in the foreground.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1824/1828
- Medium
- etching, aquatint and/or lavis, drypoint and burin on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3147 × 4834 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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