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Cap. Cardoni and Maramao

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Cap. Cardoni and Maramao 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

In this etching, two figures are engaged in a tug-of-war, their faces contorted in effort. The figure on the left, labeled "Cap. Cardoni," is shirtless and wears a hat, while the figure on the right, "Maramao," is fully clothed and sports a feathered hat. Both men are barefoot and wear long pants, with "Cap. Cardoni" grasping a long pole and "Maramao" holding a shorter one. The background of the image is a simple landscape with buildings and people, but the focus remains on the two central figures. The etching style gives the scene a sense of energy and movement. This etching is a great example of the Baroque movement, with its dramatic use of light and shadow. To learn more about this style, check out the Baroque movement.