Orgelspelende monnik 1849 - 1931

"Orgelspelende monnik" (Organ-Playing Monk) is a drawing by Dutch artist Hendrik D. Jzn Sluyter. Created between 1849 and 1931, this piece depicts a monk playing a pipe organ, likely in a church or monastery. The detailed composition and realistic depiction of the figure and instrument are characteristic of Sluyter's style, which is rooted in Romanticism and Realism. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a prominent museum in Amsterdam. The drawing, measuring 465 mm in height and 343 mm in width, offers a glimpse into the life of a monastic community, emphasizing the role of music in their daily rituals.