Violin Player Seated in a Tavern

1685

Cornelis Dusart

Associated Names
Cornelis Dusart

Artist, Dutch, 1660 - 1704

This image shows a rustic interior with multiple figures engaged in various activities. The scene appears to be a lively tavern or similar setting, with wooden furniture and miscellaneous items filling the room. A person is playing a violin, seated on a bench, while others are conversing, holding papers or drinking vessels. One individual in the foreground is interacting with another standing figure, who is dressed distinctively. Objects like shelves, containers, and tools can be seen on the walls. Above, there is a loft area where individuals are sitting. The detailed line work adds depth to the bustling scene.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and roulette on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Addie Burr Clark

  • Dimensions

    plate: 27.8 x 25.1 cm (10 15/16 x 9 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 28.7 x 25.9 cm (11 5/16 x 10 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1946.9.40

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 15, State iii/iii

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1983

  • Graphic Survey Show, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., July 1983.

1996

  • Scenes of Daily Life: Genre Prints from the Housebook Master to Rembrandt van Rijn, National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1996.

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65071455

You may be interested in

Loading Results