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Humpback violin player front inn bumpy violin player
Humpback violin player in front of an inn The bumpy violin player, A little man with a crooked back plays the violin at the entrance of an inn. A woman with a small child is standing in the doorway. A man smokes a pipe on a fence and a little boy stands with a hoop in his hand listening, one person playing string instrument (bowed), inn, coffee house, public house, etc. Adriaen van Ostade (mentioned on object), Haarlem, 1652 - 1656, paper, etching, h 163 mm × w 113 mm
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Media ID 19539860
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1652 1656 Adriaen Van Ostade Bowed Coffee House Doorway Entrance Fence Front Haarlem Hoop Pipe Public House Small Child Violin Little Man Mentioned
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this etching by Adriaen van Ostade, we are transported back to a bustling inn in Haarlem during the 17th century. At the forefront of the scene stands a humpbacked violin player, his crooked back adding character to his melancholic melody. His bow glides gracefully across the strings, filling the air with enchanting music. As we peer into the doorway of the inn, a woman and her small child stand captivated by the haunting tunes that emanate from outside. The little boy beside them clutches onto his hoop tightly, unable to resist joining in on this impromptu performance. On a nearby fence, a man leisurely smokes his pipe while enjoying this musical interlude. It is evident that even amidst their daily routines, these individuals find solace and joy in such simple pleasures. Adriaen van Ostade's meticulous attention to detail brings every element of this scene to life - from the worn bricks on the inn's facade to each delicate stroke of ink that forms our protagonist's instrument. This etching serves as a testament not only to Van Ostade's artistic prowess but also as an ode to everyday moments that can transport us into realms where time seems suspended. This print from Liszt Collection allows us access into an era long gone yet forever immortalized through artistry and imagination.
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