Lady Playing a Lute
1530
oil
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
1530
oil
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
Lady Playing a Lute is a 1530 oil by Bartolomeo Veneto, a mannerism work, depicting lute, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.
This painting shows a woman with long, curly hair and a green dress, playing a lute. The woman's dress is off the shoulder, and she has a patterned trim around her neckline and sleeves. Her hands are on the strings of the lute, and there is a book of music on the table in front of her. The woman's face is calm, and she seems to be concentrating on her music. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the woman and her instrument stand out. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of chiaroscuro adds depth to the painting, highlighting the woman's features and the curves of the lute. You can explore more works by Bartolomeo Veneto.
