1627
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Entry of the Prince of Pfaltzbourg is a 1627 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a fancy parade with two huge, decorated wagons. The first wagon has soldiers marching around it, playing drums and carrying flags. The second wagon is pulled by winged creatures, with more figures dancing or fighting around it—some even on clouds. The whole scene looks busy and dramatic, with lots of movement and detail. The title at the top, *Entry of the Prince of Pfaltzbourg*, hints this might be celebrating someone important. The mix of real people, mythical creatures, and clouds suggests it’s more than just a parade—it’s a mix of reality and fantasy. Want to see more like this? Check out etching to learn how artists like Callot created these sharp, layered lines.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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