Dawn
1628
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Jacques Callot
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dawn is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching on laid paper depicts a serene landscape at dawn. In the foreground, a small village is nestled among trees and hills, with a winding road leading to a distant town. Above, a starry sky transitions to a lighter hue, symbolizing the dawn. A bird is seen flying in the sky. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye through the landscape. The contrast between the dark night sky and the emerging light of dawn adds a sense of drama to the scene. To learn more about the techniques used in this piece, explore the art of etching.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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