Gatchet (Gachet), Nikolaus (1736 – 1817). A Young Man is a Lute. (Note 1800)

This exquisite piece titled “A Young Man is a Lute” is a masterwork by the Swiss artist and engraver, Nikolaus Gatchet. Dating back to approximately the year 1800, it’s a delightful representation of post-romantic spirituality from the era of the French Revolution. Crafted meticulously with oil on wood, it measures 19.2 x 12.8 cm, with Gatchet’s signature found on the lower left of the artwork. Nikolaus Gatchet, renowned predominantly in Bern, brings forth a touch of elegance and profound emotion through this artwork.