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Frontispiece for the Miracles and Graces of Our Lady of "Bon-Secours-les-Nancy"

Jacques Callot

1630

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

Frontispiece for the Miracles and Graces of Our Lady of "Bon-Secours-les-Nancy" is a 1630 ink by Jacques Callot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1630 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a busy religious scene. At the top, a cross sits under a fancy arch. Below it, a small picture frames a woman in a robe with a crown of stars. Two men kneel on either side, looking up at her. The text reads *"Miracles et graces de N. Dame de bon Secours les Nances"* in old French. The print mixes two scenes: the top shows a crucifixion, while the bottom tells a story of prayer and miracles. The lines are sharp and detailed, typical of the time. Want to know more? Look up etching to see how artists like this made prints.