Het kattenclavichord 1575 - 1611

"Het Kattenclavichord" is a humorous print created by German artist Hans Kellerthaler in the late 16th century. The engraving depicts a group of animals playing musical instruments, including a cat playing a clavichord, a goat playing a violin, a wolf playing a lute, and a dog playing a drum. The scene is set in a garden, with a tree and a trellis in the background. The print is a satirical commentary on the culture of music-making and the absurdity of animals trying to play instruments. The print is considered to be a fine example of Kellerthaler's skill as an engraver. It is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.