Fluitspeler 1683 - 1755

janiiverkolje

facial expression drawing

expressing emotion

caricature

portrait reference

strong emotion

framed image

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

portrait art

fine art portrait

"Fluitspeler" (Flute Player) is a 17th century etching by Dutch artist Jan (II) Verkolje. This small-scale work, measuring just 192 mm by 158 mm, depicts a man in a feathered cap playing a flute. The image is a classic example of the Dutch Golden Age of Art, featuring a highly detailed depiction of the subject and the artist's expert use of light and shadow. The work is likely a portrait study and showcases Verkolje's skill as a draftsman, evident in the intricate details of the subject's clothing and instrument.