1631
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Frontispiece for "The Large Apostles" is a 1631 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a frontispiece for "The Large Apostles," featuring an etching on laid paper. At the top, an angel is shown holding a large scroll with text in Latin. The scroll is surrounded by various objects, including a sword, a crown of thorns, and a pair of wings. The text on the scroll appears to be a dedication or inscription, but its exact meaning is unclear without further context. The overall design of the frontispiece suggests a sense of grandeur and importance, fitting for a religious or devotional work. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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