Zanggodin die de lier speelt, naar klassiek voorbeeld 1816

This Neoclassical drawing, “Zanggodin die de lier speelt, naar klassiek voorbeeld” (1816), created by Dutch artist Elisabeth Kemper, depicts a seated woman playing a lyre. The woman's draped garment and the lyre evoke classical antiquity, referencing classical art as inspiration. The drawing's fine lines and delicate details demonstrate Kemper's skilled hand. The work reflects the Neoclassical movement's fascination with classical Greek and Roman art, emphasizing elegance and ideal beauty.