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Dancers with Flute and Tambourine

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine, by Edouard Eckman, ink, 1621
Dancers with Flute and Tambourine, by Edouard Eckman, ink, 1621

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine is an ink print by the Baroque artist Edouard Eckman. It dates from 1621 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine is a 1621 woodcut print by Edouard Eckman, executed on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two dancers, one with a flute and the other with a tambourine, set against a simple wavy ground line. Their thick, rounded bodies and exaggerated features convey a sense of playfulness and strangeness.

Technique & Style

The black-and-white image features rough, textured lines characteristic of woodcut technique. The style is marked by loose, flowing clothing that clings to the figures' shapes, adding to their unusual appearance.

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine
Dancers with Flute and Tambourine, Jacques Callot

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Dancers with Flute and Tambourine?

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine was painted by Edouard Eckman in 1621.

Where can I see Dancers with Flute and Tambourine?

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Dancers with Flute and Tambourine?

Dancers with Flute and Tambourine is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Dancers with Flute and Tambourine?

Museum-quality prints of Dancers with Flute and Tambourine are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.