Gehoor 1590 - 1632

"Gehoor" (Hearing) is an etching created by Pieter de Jode I between 1590 and 1632. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene of music-making in a wooded landscape. A central figure plays a viol, while a nude Apollo stands nearby, symbolizing the power of music to inspire and evoke emotion. De Jode, known for his detailed and refined style, expertly portrays the interplay of light and shadow, lending a sense of depth and realism to the composition. This print, measuring 187 mm high and 230 mm wide, is an excellent example of late-Renaissance printmaking.