Flute player

A musician with curled hair plays the flute, rendered in warm, earthy tones against a darkened background. The figure is shown in three-quarter view, absorbed in performance, wearing a deep red garment. Hattingh employs loose brushwork and rich chiaroscuro to model the face and hands, creating a sense of immediacy and intimacy. The composition emphasises the musician’s concentration, with careful attention to the interplay of light across the instrument and the player’s features. Oil on board.