Rijksmuseum

Luitspeler en een staande man

Date

1658 - 1677

Medium

paper

Institution

Rijksmuseum

In the 17th-century Netherlands, singing in taverns was a popular form of entertainment. It was common to gather and sing together, accompanied by instruments like lutes and fiddles. While many of the tunes were traditional folk songs, some were composed specifically for these tavern gatherings. Singing in taverns fostered a sense of community and was a way for people to unwind and have fun after a long day’s work.

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