A musical party in an interior, by Hals (1647)

A musical party in an interior, by Hals (1647)

Title

A musical party in an interior, by Hals (1647)

Creator

Hals, Dirck (c. 1591-1656)

Date

1647

Description

The image shows an indoor scene where young men and women appear in a room. Another hugging couple is seen through the bedroom door. Note the old woman who appears on the right with her head covered, following the Celestinesque tradition, which may be the procuress of the young women.

Format

Oil on panel.
Dimensions: 39.5 × 60.7 cm

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