Verstoring van orgelspel door straathonden 1705 - 1772

"Verstoring van orgelspel door straathonden" (Disruption of organ playing by street dogs) is an etching by Gabriel Huquier, created between 1705 and 1772. The print depicts a humorous scene of a street musician's organ being overturned by a pack of dogs, while onlookers react with alarm and amusement. This satirical engraving highlights the chaotic nature of 18th century urban life in a lighthearted way, capturing the unexpected interactions between humans and animals. The composition is dynamic, showcasing the sudden disruption of the musician's performance by the dogs' playful energy. This work is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and measures 384mm in height and 293mm in width.