Artwork
Der Violinenspieler
Der Violinenspieler is a paint painting by Frans van Mieris the Elder. It dates from 1668 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Der Violinenspieler is a painting by Frans van Mieris the Elder, a Dutch Golden Age artist from Leiden, created around 1668.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a violinist in a domestic setting, a typical subject for van Mieris. However, the scene actually shows a woman writing or drawing at a table, surrounded by a quiet atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Van Mieris was known for his finely detailed scenes of everyday life, and this work exemplifies his style, with a focus on the woman and her activity achieved through a dark background.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frans van Mieris the Elder (16 April 1635 – 12 March 1681), was a Dutch Golden Age genre and portrait painter.
