Divine Inspiration of Music
1640
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1640
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting shows two women sitting at a table with musical instruments. One woman is pointing upwards, and the other is holding a violin. The table is covered with a red cloth and has sheet music and a lute on it. The women are wearing old-fashioned dresses, and the background is a wall with a window. The painting has a warm, golden light. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and drama. If you're interested in seeing more paintings that use this technique, check out other works by Nicolas Régnier.
