A Young Man Playing a Psalterium

About this work

The image depicts a man playing a psalterium, a stringed instrument. He is dressed in Renaissance attire, including a hat and a cloak, and is seated in front of a column. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be concentrating on his music. In the background, there are two women looking at the man, one of whom is holding a mask. The scene is set in a classical setting, with columns and arches visible in the background. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of elegance and refinement. This woodcut on laid paper is a fine example of Renaissance art, and it can be found at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.