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Woman Playing the Cittern, c. 1662 (oil on panel)
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Woman Playing the Cittern, c. 1662 (oil on panel)
5863945 Woman Playing the Cittern, c. 1662 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 31x37.5 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23569470
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Domesticity Dutch Golden Age Eye Contact Flirtatious Gaze Golden Age Headscarf Lute Seventeenth Sistrum Stare Strings Intent
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This print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the beauty and talent of a woman playing the cittern. Painted by Jan Havicksz Steen in 1662 during the Dutch Golden Age, this oil on panel artwork is a testament to the flourishing musical scene of that era. The woman's gaze is fixed upon her instrument, her headscarf adding an air of domesticity to the scene. With intent focus and flirtatious eyes, she exudes both skill and charm as she plucks at the strings. The intricate details of her lute-like instrument highlight its importance in Baroque music. In this seventeenth-century portrait, we are transported back to a time when music was not only an art form but also a means for social interaction. The eye contact between the musician and viewer creates an intimate connection across centuries. As we admire this piece from Mauritshuis in The Hague, Netherlands, it becomes evident how Steen masterfully captured not only his subject's physical appearance but also her personality. This portrayal showcases both confidence and coy playfulness simultaneously. This print serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage embedded within Dutch history. It invites us to appreciate not only the technical mastery displayed by artists like Jan Havicksz Steen but also their ability to capture fleeting moments that transcend time itself.
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