Impassioned Violin Performer, ♫ Music On Hold

Passmoore, Works Of Alexander & I.V.

The violinist who commissioned this work greeted it with vociferous protestation; he desired enhancements to his physiognomy that were unrealistic. The artist happily painted himself into the picture instead. The tradition of artists painting themselves into the picture is an old one. Bernini's sculpture of David has a face modelled after the artist himself. maniacal enthusiasm, characterized by ungovernable musical excitement, ruffled collar -- suggestive of Paganini Series Description: Still imagery bearing some pertinence to musical composers or particular compositions. Visualizing music is an art unto itself.