The Lute Player 1895

print, wood-engraving

negative space

print

junji ito style

unrealistic statue

optical illusion

zen

limited contrast and shading

united-states

surrealist

a lot negative space

remaining negative space

wood-engraving

contrast in shape

"The Lute Player" is a 1895 engraving by Timothy Cole (1852-1931). The artwork depicts a woman playing a lute while seated in an interior setting. Cole was known for his meticulous and detailed engravings, which captured the essence of the original paintings. This artwork is an example of Cole's mastery of the art of engraving, and it showcases his skill in rendering form, texture, and light. The Minneapolis Institute of Art holds this piece, a testament to Cole's artistic legacy.