Portret van een vrouw achter een virginaal 1637 - 1638

"Portret van een vrouw achter een virginaal" is a 17th century etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, created between 1637 and 1638. The artwork depicts a woman in profile, playing a virginal, a type of keyboard instrument popular in the Renaissance era. The etching showcases Hollar’s masterful use of detail and linework, capturing the delicate features of the woman and the intricate details of the instrument. This small-scale work is housed in the Rijksmuseum and measures 125 mm by 95 mm. The artwork’s intimate portrait format, combined with the depiction of music, suggests a theme of domesticity and leisure.