Music-making company

Caspar Netscher's Music-making company, a 1665 painting, depicts three figures seated around a small table. 



The scene is dimly lit, creating a sense of intimacy. A man in a red and white jacket sits on the left, seemingly playing a musical instrument (partially obscured). A woman sits next to him, her hand to her chin, appearing to listen attentively. A second woman, elegantly dressed in a flowing light-colored gown, stands to the right, holding a piece of paper, possibly a letter or sheet of music. The background features a dark, shadowy wall with a barely visible relief or painting depicting figures in motion. The table is covered with a richly patterned cloth, and a blue and white porcelain jug is visible on the table. The overall style is characteristic of Dutch Golden Age genre painting, with attention to detail in clothing, textures, and the subtle interplay between the figures. The painting measures 0.357 meters wide and 0.44 meters high and is housed in the Mauritshuis.