“Singing Boy with a Flute” is an oil on canvas artwork created by Frans Hals in 1623. This Baroque portrait, categorized as a tronie, measures 68.8 x 55.2 cm and is currently housed in the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin, Germany.
The artwork depicts a young boy engaged in song while holding a flute. He is depicted with a joyful and animated expression, his mouth open mid-song, and his eyes slightly closed in concentration. The boy wears a dark hat adorned with a prominent white feather, a rich brown cloak with visible folds, and a garment underneath that is lighter in color. The background is kept purposefully subdued, drawing focus to the lively expression and precise detailing of the boy’s face and clothing. The delicate play of light and shadow accentuates his features, highlighting the artist’s mastery in capturing both texture and emotion.
