Oude muzikant vergezeld door een jonge vrouw 1825 - 1863

“Oude muzikant vergezeld door een jonge vrouw” is an etching by Guillaume Joseph Vertommen, a Belgian artist known for his portraits and genre scenes. Created between 1825 and 1863, the print depicts an elderly musician, possibly a street performer, playing an instrument while accompanied by a young woman. The etching's somber tone and realistic portrayal of its subjects speaks to Vertommen's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the nuances of human emotion. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, the artwork is a testament to the enduring power of music to transcend age and social boundaries.