Fluit spelend engeltje 1630 - 1652

"Fluit spelend engeltje" (Playing Flute Angel) is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter van Avont, created between 1630 and 1652. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a cherub playing a flute. Van Avont's mastery of line and detail is evident in the intricate depiction of the angel's wings, the delicate folds of its drapery, and the expressive gesture of its hands. The cherub's cherubic features and innocent pose evoke a sense of sweetness and purity. The overall composition creates a sense of movement and energy, highlighting the grace and joy of music.