1635
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Jacques Callot is a 1635 ink by Abraham Bosse, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a portrait of Jacques Callot. He's shown in an oval frame, with a bust of himself below. The frame is decorated with cherubs and other ornaments. The portrait is detailed, with a strong sense of texture in the clothing and hair. The background is simple, which helps focus attention on the subject. If you're interested in more art from this time period, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
Abraham Bosse (c. 1604 – 14 February 1676) was a French artist, mainly as a printmaker in etching, but also in watercolour.
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