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Grand Duchess at the Procession of the Young Girls

Jacques Callot

1614

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Grand Duchess at the Procession of the Young Girls is a 1614 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1614 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a grand duchess at a procession of young girls. The duchess is dressed in elaborate clothing and a tall headdress, standing out among the other figures. She is surrounded by people in various states of dress, from simple to ornate. In the background, there are buildings and a crowd of people, giving the scene a sense of depth and activity. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a detailed and textured image. The painting is an example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and detailed realism. To learn more about this style, look up the Baroque movement.