1621
oil
canvas
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Tavern Scene with a Lute Player is a 1621 oil by Bartolomeo Manfredi, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
In the painting, a group of people are gathered around a table, engaged in various activities. One man is playing a lute, while another is holding a glass of wine. A third man is leaning back, looking up at the ceiling. The atmosphere appears to be one of relaxation and enjoyment. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the scene. The artist's skillful application of this technique creates a sense of warmth and intimacy, drawing the viewer into the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Bartolomeo Manfredi was an Italian painter, a leading member of the Caravaggisti of the early 17th century.
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