Who painted Fisher of Men?

Fisher of Men was painted by Jacques Callot in 1635.

Where can I see Fisher of Men?

Fisher of Men is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fisher of Men?

Fisher of Men is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Fisher of Men?

Museum-quality prints of Fisher of Men are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Fisher of Men

Jacques Callot , 1635

Fisher of Men is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1635, Fisher of Men is an etching on laid paper by the French baroque printmaker Jacques Callot. The work presents a tranquil shoreline where a robed figure stands, looking toward a group of boats and a gathering of onlookers. Rolling hills and a calm sea form the background, giving the composition a peaceful atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The image conveys a religious allegory, with the solitary figure suggesting the biblical metaphor of a fisherman calling souls to follow. The surrounding crowd, some gazing upward, reinforces the theme of spiritual invitation and communal response within a serene natural setting.

Technique & Style

Callot employed fine etching lines on laid paper, a surface that accentuates the delicate gradations of light and shadow typical of the Baroque period. His handling of tonal contrast creates depth, while the careful rendering of figures and landscape demonstrates his mastery of draftsmanship.

History & Provenance

Part of Callot’s prolific output of more than 1,400 prints, this piece reflects his sustained interest in religious subjects alongside depictions of contemporary life. The work remains documented as a product of his Lorraine workshop, where he produced many of his celebrated etchings during the early 1630s.

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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…