Lierspelende man 1769

"Lierspelende man" (1769) is a drawing by French artist Jean Jacques de Boissieu (1736-1810). Depicting a man playing a hurdy-gurdy, the artwork showcases Boissieu's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subject. The drawing's intimate scale and focus on the man's expression and posture create a sense of immediacy and realism. The use of hatching and cross-hatching in the drawing creates a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the folds of the man's clothing and the intricate details of the hurdy-gurdy.