Lutanist Collection (#2)

Illustration from the codex of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, c. 1280. Creator: Anonymous
Illustration from the codex of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, c. 1280. Found in the Collection of the Monasterio de El Escorial

Mary with child surrounded by angels playing music, Early16th cen.. Creator
Mary with child surrounded by angels playing music, Early16th cen.. Private Collection

Portrait of a Lute Player, 1510-1562. Creators: Christoph Amberger, Jan van Scorel, Hans Holbein the Younger
Portrait of a Lute Player, 1510-1562

Mrs Françoise Leijoncrona, 1700. Creator: Michael Dahl
Mrs Francoise Leijoncrona, 1700

Lady Playing the Lute, c17th century. Creator: Hendrik van Steenwyck
Lady Playing the Lute, c17th century

Home Tunes, 1920. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Home Tunes, 1920

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Joueur de Luth, Bound 1703-1704. Creator: Henri Bonnart
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Joueur de Luth, Bound 1703-1704

Lute Player (Rembrandt van Rijn), c1629. Creator: Jan Lievens
Lute Player (Rembrandt van Rijn), c1629

The Lute Player, c1616. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Lute Player, c1616. From Les Gobbi

A Boy Playing the Lute ("Hearing", One of a Series of the Five Senses), 1620s

A Lady Playing the Lute, 1654. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
A Lady Playing the Lute, 1654

Three musicians / Three ladies playing music, c1530. Creator: Master of the Female Half-Lengths
Three musicians / Three ladies playing music, c1530. Three female Musicians playing the poem Jouissance vous donneray by Clement Marot, music by Claudin de Sermisy

Pair Making Music, 1650-1710. Creator: Unknown
Pair Making Music, 1650-1710

Battle between Carnival and Lent, c.1600-c.1620. Creator: Jheronimus Bosch (manner of)
Battle between Carnival and Lent, c.1600-c.1620. A little man playing the bagpipes who personifies the carnival is being carried on a table out of the kitchen on the left

The Lute Player, c.1630-c.1640. Creator: Jan van Bijlert
The Lute Player, c.1630-c.1640

Two women in Italian costume, 1851. Creator: Moritz Calisch
Two women in Italian costume, 1851

Gravity. Interior, 1890. Creator: Peter Alfred Schou
Gravity. Interior, 1890

The Serenade, 1629. Creator: Judith Leyster
The Serenade, 1629. Other Title(s): A Lute Player, known as The Serenade

The Love Letter, c.1669-c.1670. Creator: Jan Vermeer
The Love Letter, c.1669-c.1670. Other Title(s): The Love Letter

Peace Urging the Churches to be Tolerant, 1600-1624. Creator: Anon
Peace Urging the Churches to be Tolerant, 1600-1624

Muse with Lute, 1528-1594. Creator: Jacopo Tintoretto
Muse with Lute, 1528-1594

A Musical Company in an Interior, 1630. Creator: Pieter Symonsz Potter
A Musical Company in an Interior, 1630

A Musical Party, c.1635-c.1645. Creator: Adriaen van de Venne
A Musical Party, c.1635-c.1645

A Musical Company, 1730-1757. Creator: Melchior Brassauw
A Musical Company, 1730-1757

A Musical Company, 1651. Creator: Gerard van Kuijl
A Musical Company, 1651

The Lutenist, 1661. Creator: Hendrik Martensz. Sorgh
The Lutenist, 1661. Other Title(s): Lute Player

Attributes of Music, 1765. Creator: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Siméon (1699-1779)
Attributes of Music, 1765. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

La Convalescence de Bayard, 1817. Creator: Révoil, Pierre (1776-1842)
La Convalescence de Bayard, 1817. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Concert, 1624. Creator: Honthorst, Gerrit, van (1590-1656)
Concert, 1624. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Woman tuning a theorbo, 1665. Creator: Frans van Mieris I
Woman tuning a theorbo, 1665

The Lute Player, c.1623-c.1624. Creator: Unknown
The Lute Player, c.1623-c.1624. Other Title(s): The Fool. Copy after Frans Hals

Man Playing a Lute [recto]. Creator: Matteo Rosselli
Man Playing a Lute [recto]

When Other Friends Are Round Thee, c. 1853. Creator: Robert Walter Weir
When Other Friends Are Round Thee, c. 1853

The Lute Player and the Drinker. Creator: Wallerant Vaillant
The Lute Player and the Drinker

Concert with Nine Persons. Creator: Wallerant Vaillant
Concert with Nine Persons

Sketches of a Lute Player and Lute, 1756. Creator: Jan Garemijn
Sketches of a Lute Player and Lute, 1756

The Prodigal Wasting His Substance in the Tavern. Creator: Theodoor van Thulden
The Prodigal Wasting His Substance in the Tavern

Reproduction of print showing Garden courtship, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing Garden courtship, between 1915 and 1925. Photographo of a tondo, possibly from Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meun, "Roman de la Rose"

Reproduction of illustration showing an enclosed garden, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of illustration showing an enclosed garden, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of an illumination from Guillaume de Lorris and Jean de Meun, "Roman de La Rose"

Esquisse pour le salon des Arts de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : La Musique, 1903. Creator: Francois Flameng
Esquisse pour le salon des Arts de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : La Musique, 1903. Music

A Boy with a Lute, c. 1740. Creator: Giovanni Battista Piazzetta
A Boy with a Lute, c. 1740

Two Angels Making Music, 1648. Creator: Champaigne, Philippe, de (1602-1674)
Two Angels Making Music, 1648. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Attributes of Music, 1767. Creator: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Siméon (1699-1779)
Attributes of Music, 1767. Private Collection

Musician Angels, 1672-1673. Creator: Gaulli (Il Baciccio), Giovanni Battista (1639-1709)
Musician Angels, 1672-1673. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Pipa player (Tan pipa nüshi), between 960 and 1127. Creator: Unknown
Pipa player (Tan pipa nushi), between 960 and 1127

Peasant playing the lute, ca. 1575. Creator: Passerotti (Passarotti), Bartolomeo (1529-1592)
Peasant playing the lute, ca. 1575. Found in the collection of the Collezione di BPER Banca, Modena

Prodigal child among courtesans, c1530. Creator: Flemish School
Prodigal child among courtesans, c1530

Portrait of a Lute Player (Orazio Bassani?), 1585-1586. Creator: Carracci, Agostino (1557-1602)
Portrait of a Lute Player (Orazio Bassani?), 1585-1586. Found in the Collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

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"Lutanist: A Melodic Journey through Art" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of music as we explore the captivating presence of lutanists throughout art history. From the iconic works of renowned artists to lesser-known gems, these depictions offer a glimpse into the timeless allure of this ancient instrument. In Dante Gabriel Rossetti's "A Christmas Carol, " a lutanist takes center stage, serenading us with his delicate melodies amidst a festive ambiance. Frans Hals' "Boy with a Lute" captures youthful innocence and budding talent, while Michelangelo Caravaggio's "The Musicians" portrays an intimate gathering where lutes accompany harmonious voices. Bouguereau's masterpiece, "Song of the Angels, " transports us to celestial realms where heavenly beings play their celestial lutes. The Upper Rhenish Master's "The Little Garden of Paradise" invites us to revel in its ethereal beauty, accompanied by gentle sounds emanating from unseen hands. Jan Lievens' portrait immortalizes Jacques Gaultier, a celebrated composer and lutenist whose skill resonates through time. Meanwhile, Caravaggio returns with his evocative piece titled "Lute-Player, " capturing both the concentration and passion that define this musical craft. Jan Vermeer's exquisite painting presents a young woman delicately strumming her lute—a moment frozen in time that speaks volumes about love and longing. Dante Gabriel Rossetti once again enchants us with his work titled "The Bower Meadow, " where nature intertwines seamlessly with music. Johann Georg Platzer's intricate still life showcases various instruments including the lute—an ode to craftsmanship and artistic expression. Lastly, Titian mesmerizes us with his portrayal of Venus alongside a skilled lutenist—a scene brimming with sensuality and grace. Through these diverse artworks spanning centuries, we witness how the humble yet powerful lute has captivated the hearts of artists and audiences alike.