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Entry of M. de Couvonge and M. de Chalabre

Jacques Callot

1627

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Entry of M. de Couvonge and M. de Chalabre is a 1627 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1627 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white scene shows a wild, chaotic parade. A group of people—some on horseback, others dancing or playing instruments—march through a stormy sky. Strange creatures and swirling winds fill the air, while a giant tree looms on the left. The ground looks rocky, and the whole scene feels like a dream or a nightmare. The title at the bottom hints this isn’t a real event but a made-up story. The artist used sharp lines to create drama and movement, almost like a sketch come to life. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.