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Church in Cairo, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1619

Church in Cairo

Jacques Callot

1619

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Church in Cairo is a 1619 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1619 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a church in Cairo, with a large tree standing in front of it. The church's entrance is a tall, rectangular opening with a coffered ceiling. To the left of the church, a circular structure is visible, while a low wall runs along the right side of the image. In the background, several trees and buildings are visible, set against a plain sky. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Callot, Jacques.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacques Callot
Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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