Doedelzakspeler before 1633

This etching, *Doedelzakspeler* (Bagpipe Player), was created by Cornelis Bloemaert before 1633. It depicts a man playing a bagpipe, a popular instrument in 17th-century Europe, with a detailed and realistic portrayal of his hands, instrument, and facial expression. The inscription on the artwork indicates it is a depiction of a peasant farmer, suggesting the social context of the piece. The work is now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This etching demonstrates Bloemaert's ability to capture the essence of his subject, illustrating the life of a common person in the Dutch Golden Age.