Fisher of Men
1635
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Jacques Callot
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Fisher of Men is a 1635 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a bustling scene of people gathered near a body of water, with boats and a cityscape in the background. The artist has used bold lines and shading to create a sense of depth and texture. In the foreground, a group of figures are shown in various poses, some standing and others seated. The artist's use of light and shadow adds a sense of drama to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The intricate details and expressive lines in this etching are characteristic of the Baroque style, which emphasized emotion and movement. To learn more about this style and its influence on art, explore the Baroque movement.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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