A Woman playing a Clavichord by Gerrit Dou. A woman in 17th-century attire sits at a clavichord in a dim interior, surrounded by a viola da gamba, an ornate tapestry, and a birdcage.

A Woman playing a Clavichord

Gerrit Dou

1665 · Oil Paint, Panel

A refined 17th-century Dutch interior capturing a moment of musical contemplation by Gerrit Dou.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Study · Dining Room · Library
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Olive green

About the piece

Painted around 1665 by Gerrit Dou, a leading figure of the Leiden 'fijnschilders' (fine painters), this work exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with domestic harmony and meticulous detail. The scene is rich with textures—from the heavy silk of the skirt to the intricate weave of the draped tapestry—and features a collection of musical objects that suggest a life of scholarly refinement.

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