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The Lute Player

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing in a musicians' stance. The person has exaggerated features including a long nose and expressive, slightly slanted eyes. They wear a wide-brimmed hat, a loose, long-sleeved garment, layered trousers, and striped tights. They hold a stringed instrument akin to a lute. The background is plain with minimal detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3626 × 2488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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