Artwork
Fracischina and Gian Farina
Fracischina and Gian Farina is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Fracischina and Gian Farina is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot, a French printmaker and draftsman, around 1622.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts two figures, Fracischina and Gian Farina, dressed in old-fashioned attire, set against a detailed landscape. The work reflects Callot's interest in documenting contemporary life and social observation.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Callot's skill in capturing fine details in the figures' clothing and faces. The use of numerous lines creates texture and depth, demonstrating the artist's experimentation with etching techniques to achieve intricate detail.
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Artist & collection
Artist
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…
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