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The Merry Fiddler
Ary de Vois (c. 1632–1680), oil on panel, 1660–1680
That this musician is jolly is clear from his large glass of white wine. And that this is not his first drink can be deduced from his dazed expression, red nose and open, dishevelled shirt. These kinds of amusing paintings by Leiden fijnschilders (‘fine painters’), such as Ary de Vois, found a ready public – perfectly executed and highly entertaining.
- Artwork typepainting
- Object numberSK-A-457
- Dimensionsdepth 6 cm, height 22 cm x width 19.5 cm
- Physical characteristicsolieverf op paneel