Luitspeler 1740 - 1774

"Luitspeler" is an etching by Pieter Anthony Wakkerdak, created between 1740 and 1774. The etching depicts a young man playing a lute, a popular instrument in the 18th century. Wakkerdak's work often featured musical subjects, reflecting the importance of music in Dutch society at the time. The etching is notable for its detailed rendering of the lute and the musician's expressive posture. The artist's skill in capturing the nuances of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism.