Hurdy Gurdy Man 1647

Adriaen van Ostade's etching, "Hurdy Gurdy Man", depicts a street musician from 17th-century Netherlands, showcasing the artist's mastery of depicting everyday life. This detailed etching, which is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the realities of Dutch society through the artist's keen observation of the subject's clothing, posture, and the instrument itself. The "Hurdy Gurdy Man" captures a sense of realism and provides a window into the artistic style of Dutch Golden Age etchings.