Travelling musician before a cottage

Travelling musician before a cottage, a painting by Jan Miense Molenaer, 1650. 



The artwork depicts a lively scene outside a rustic cottage. A travelling musician, centrally positioned, is the focal point, surrounded by a group of people. He carries various musical instruments and a flask, suggesting his profession. 



The cottage is simple, with a visible doorway and windows, and appears to be situated in a rural setting. Other figures are present, some appearing to be listening to the musician, others engaged in different activities. The background shows a village with a church spire in the distance, and a landscape with trees and a path. The overall style is characteristic of Dutch genre painting, with attention to detail in the figures' clothing and the environment. The painting's dimensions are 0.8 meters wide and 0.6 meters high, and it is currently in a private collection.