Music 1855

"Music" is an 1855 print by the French artist Henri-Charles-Antoine Baron. The print depicts a group of figures gathered around a musician, perhaps a composer, in a Renaissance-inspired setting. The scene is a testament to the importance of music in the society of the time. Baron's work is known for its attention to detail and realism, evident in the intricate costumes and the expressive faces of the figures. This print, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, captures the essence of artistic patronage and the appreciation of music during a significant era in art history.