Artwork

Singer with a Guitar

Singer with a Guitar, by Unknown, 1660
Singer with a Guitar, by Unknown, 1660

Singer with a Guitar is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Singer with a Guitar is a photograph created around 1660 by a photographer known as 1964_person. The image is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts a person informally posing with a guitar against a dark background. The subject's relaxed demeanor and the casual handling of the instrument suggest a spontaneous moment rather than a formal portrait.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a dramatic effect. A small area of bright light on the wall behind the subject highlights their figure and adds depth to the image.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known