This is an image of a seated meeting in a natural setting. Two figures are seated under a tree, talking. One figure holds a musical instrument resembling a bagpipe, and the other holds a large sack or pitcher. The scene is set against foliage and grass, hinting at an outdoor location. The lines and shading show texture in the clothing and facial features. The style is detailed and traditional.
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This is an image of a seated meeting in a natural setting. Two figures are seated under a tree, talking. One figure holds a musical instrument resembling a bagpipe, and the other holds a large sack or pitcher. The scene is set against foliage and grass, hinting at an outdoor location. The lines and shading show texture in the clothing and facial features. The style is detailed and traditional.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Bagpipe Player with His Lover

Master IB

Medium
engraving
Classification
Print
Accession number
1943.3.5793
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1401 to 1500
Department
CG-E

Subjects and terms

  • Woman
  • Tree
  • Vase
  • Nuremberg
  • Sword
  • Man

NGA object ID 8723. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.