Lady At The Spinet 1871

"Lady At The Spinet" is an 1871 painting by Austrian artist Hans Makart (1840-1884). The painting depicts a woman seated at a spinet, a type of small harpsichord popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. The woman's back is to the viewer, and she appears to be lost in thought, her head bent over a piece of music. Makart was known for his richly detailed and opulent paintings, and "Lady At The Spinet" is no exception. The painting features a complex composition, with the woman's figure as the central focal point. The spinet is rendered in great detail, and the surrounding furniture and décor are equally elaborate. Makart's painting captures a moment of quiet contemplation, a scene of both beauty and elegance.