Musical party

The work related to the original Caspar Netscher leaves the viewer free to interpret it. This composition was certainly popular at the time, resulting in several copies of the original in the Alte Piankothek in Munich. Paintings with musicians playing were enjoyed in 17th-century Holland. These works were purely decorative, but sometimes harboured moments of emotion that provided opportunities for flirtation. Perhaps, because of the musical setting, they represent the harmony of love. Whatever the main motif, this work invites free interpretation and discussion of stories.

Collection: Images

Project: 3. Rural world and urban world in the formation of the European identity., 4. Family, daily life and social inequality in Europe.

Chronology: XVII

Scope: Secondary Education, Baccalaureate, University

Link: https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/after-caspar-netscher-a-musical-party

Resource type: Image

Format: Oil on canvas (55,5 x 45 cm)

Source: National Gallery of London (Londres)

Language: Spanish

Date: ca. 1665

Owner: Álvaro Romero González (Modernalia)