Luitspeelster en kind 1686 - 1737

"Luitspeelster en kind" is a 17th-century etching by Pieter van den Berge, depicting a woman playing a lute with a child looking on. The woman is dressed in a draped garment, while the child appears to be partially nude, suggesting an allegorical scene. The artist uses rich, detailed lines and a chiaroscuro style, placing the figures in a circular frame, which enhances the sense of depth and intimacy. This piece, now located in the Rijksmuseum, captures a moment of domestic musicality and is a testament to Van den Berge's mastery of printmaking.