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Doe Mourning her Foal
Doe Mourning her Foal is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1628 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Doe Mourning her Foal is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1628. It is one of over 1,400 etchings produced by the artist, a French printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a doe standing alone in a dark forest, her ribs visible beneath her fur, with a dead foal at her hooves. The scene conveys a sense of sorrow and loss, capturing a poignant moment in a detailed narrative.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by the rough texture of the etching, achieved by carving lines into metal and pressing ink onto paper. This technique contributes to the heavy and somber atmosphere of the forest, underscoring the emotional weight of the scene.
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Artist
Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…
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