The Muse of Music, unknown maker from Germany

Artwork Overview

The Muse of Music
early-mid 1800s
The Muse of Music , early-mid 1800s
Where object was made: Germany
Material/technique: canvas; oil
Dimensions:
Canvas/Support (Height x Width x Depth): 73.7 x 61.2 cm
Canvas/Support (Height x Width x Depth): 29 x 24 1/8 in
Frame Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 34 1/2 x 29 1/2 x 2 1/4 in
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Salzer in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Maser
Accession number: 1959.0042
On display: Michaelis Gallery

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This seated woman holding a musical instrument looks to the sky, perhaps seeking inspiration from the muse of music or another spiritual source. She is poised to write her thoughts on paper. Rather than playing the lyre she holds she appears to be listening to sounds around her. Can music empower with thoughts as well as sounds?

Exhibitions

Susan Earle, curator
Celka Straughn, curator
Kristina Walker, curator
Angela Watts, curator
2022–2027
Susan Earle, curator
Celka Straughn, curator
Kristina Walker, curator
Angela Watts, curator
2022–2027