Who painted Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont?

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont was painted by Jacques Callot in 1627.

Where can I see Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont?

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont?

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont is associated with Baroque.

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Artwork

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont

Jacques Callot , 1627

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1627 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Entry of Mm.

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Overview

Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1627. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing detailed scenes of contemporary life.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a ceremonial procession where three men, dressed in 17th-century attire and armor, stand on the backs of two whales. One whale is beached, while the other is in the water, set against a serene sea with distant boats.

Technique & Style

Callot's work is characterized by intricate lines and textures that create a sense of depth and dimension. His use of light and shadow adds to the overall detail of the scene, exemplifying the Baroque style's emphasis on dramatic and detailed works.

History & Provenance

This etching is part of Callot's extensive series of prints documenting the activities of various social classes, often with detailed backgrounds. As a French Baroque printmaker from the Duchy of Lorraine, Callot produced over 1,400 etchings during his career.

Entry of Monseigneur Henry de Lorraine, Marquis de Moy, under the Name of Pirandre, Jacques Callot

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Artist

Jacques Callot

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…