Who painted Seated Woman Playing a Guitar?

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar was painted by Louis Crépy in 1720.

Where can I see Seated Woman Playing a Guitar?

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Seated Woman Playing a Guitar?

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar

Louis Crépy , 1720

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar is an ink print by the Baroque artist Louis Crépy. It dates from 1720 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Seated Woman Playing a Guitar is an etching created by Louis Crépy in 1720.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman in 18th-century attire seated on a pedestal, playing a guitar, surrounded by ornate decorations and floral motifs. A smaller face is visible below, gazing upwards. The scene combines elements of music and elaborate decoration, evoking a sense of a staged setting.

Technique & Style

The etching technique allowed Crépy to achieve intricate lines and detailed shading, capturing the textures of the woman's clothing and the surrounding ornaments.