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Horses Running

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Horses Running 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 showcases a collection of horses in various poses, with some running and others rearing up on their hind legs. The horses are depicted in a range of sizes, with some appearing larger than others. The horses are drawn in a detailed and realistic style, with visible muscles and flowing manes. The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the dark lines used to draw the horses. The level of detail and realism in the horses' depiction suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship on the part of the artist. To learn more about the techniques used to create this piece, explore the world of etching.