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Embarkation at Genoa

Jacques Callot

1612

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Embarkation at Genoa is a 1612 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1612 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows five people standing on a dock. They’re dressed in fancy old clothes with big collars and long sleeves. One woman holds a cloak, another leans on a chair. In the background, you can see a ship and a city skyline. The artist used a sharp tool to scratch lines into the paper. This made the ink stick to the surface, creating a rough, textured look. The scene feels busy but also calm, like a quiet moment before a big trip. Next, look up etching to see how artists make prints like this.