Who painted Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal?

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal was painted by Emanuel de Witte in 1660.

Where can I see Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal?

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal is held by Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.

What movement is Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal?

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal

Emanuel de Witte , 1660

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Emanuel de Witte. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.

About this work

Overview

Interior with a Woman playing a Virginal is a genre painting executed in oil by Emanuel de Witte around 1660. It is now part of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil domestic interior with a woman playing a virginal. The room is furnished with a bed, table, and chairs, and adorned with artworks and a sword, creating a sense of elegance and quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with sunlight streaming in through the windows to cast a warm glow on the floor. The overall effect is one of serenity and coziness.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Emanuel de Witte

Emanuel de Witte (1617–1692) was a Dutch perspective painter. In contrast to Pieter Jansz Saenredam, who emphasized architectural accuracy, De Witte was more concerned with the atmosphere of his interiors. Though few in…