The Joorg, Haje Drummer of Calcutta Art Print

François Balthazar Solvyns's hand-colored etching, "A JOORG, HAJE," depicts a musician holding and playing a unique percussion instrument consisting of two drums of different sizes joined together. This distinctive instrument, known as a joorg or haje, is played with a drumstick, as indicated in the accompanying text, providing a glimpse into the diverse musical instruments of late 18th-century Calcutta. The musician, attired in a turban and traditional clothing, stands against a backdrop of local architecture, suggesting a scene from daily life or a performance setting. The detailed rendering of the instrument, with its contrasting drum sizes and the musician's posture, highlights the specific technique and sound produced.

These prints are printed on a fine quality ivory paper.

These are reproductions of old illustrations & in most cases will have the same imperfections as the original.