Vioolspeler bij een paar aan tafel 1723 - 1789

Jacob Hoolaart's "Vioolspeler bij een paar aan tafel" is a small-scale etching depicting a scene of everyday life. The etching shows a man and a woman seated at a table, with a musician playing the violin. The man is holding a glass of wine and seems to be enjoying the music. The woman is engaged in conversation with the man. The scene is illuminated by a single light source, casting dramatic shadows and creating a sense of intimacy. The etching is a fine example of Hoolaart’s mastery of detail and his ability to capture the nuances of human expression.