De fluitist 1589 - 1626

"De fluitist" (The Flute Player) is an engraving by Bartholomeus Willemsz. Dolendo, a Dutch artist active from 1589 to 1626. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a man holding a flute. This small-scale engraving, measuring 185 mm x 144 mm, showcases Dolendo's skill in capturing the details of the subject's attire and the subtle play of light and shadow. The engraving likely portrays a musician of the time, reflecting the cultural significance of music during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries.