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Cap. Bonbardon and Cap. Grillo

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Cap. Bonbardon and Cap. Grillo is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1622 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts two men in a comical scene. The man on the left, Cap. Bonbardon, is shown with a large nose and a sword in his hand, while the man on the right, Cap. Grillo, has a long nose and is running away. Both men are dressed in 17th-century attire. The background of the etching features a crowd of people watching the scene unfold, adding to the sense of drama and tension. The overall mood of the piece is one of humor and satire, with the exaggerated features of the two men and the absurdity of the situation creating a sense of comedic relief. The artist's use of etching techniques adds depth and texture to the piece, making it a visually striking and engaging work. For more on the technique of etching, look up etching.