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Gentleman Viewed from the Front with Hand on Hip, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1622

Gentleman Viewed from the Front with Hand on Hip

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Gentleman Viewed from the Front with Hand on Hip is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1622 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a sketch of a man in a hat and coat, with his hand on his hip. He is wearing a large hat with feathers, a long coat, and boots. The man is standing in a confident pose, with his weight shifted onto one leg. The sketch is done in a simple style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The artist has used a range of techniques to create texture and depth, including hatching and cross-hatching. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement, which was characterized by dramatic lighting and intense emotions.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacques Callot
Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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