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King and Queen in Consultation about the Turks [recto]

Jacques Callot

1612

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

King and Queen in Consultation about the Turks [recto] is a 1612 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1612 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a regal scene, with a king and queen seated on a throne, engaged in consultation. The king, attired in a cloak and hat, gestures towards the queen, who wears an elaborate dress and a ruff. A man stands before them, while another figure is partially visible behind the throne. In the background, a group of people can be seen, accompanied by a drum and spears. The scene is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and shading that evoke a sense of depth and texture. The figures are arranged in a formal composition, with the king and queen at the center of attention. For more on the artistic technique used in this piece, explore the art of etching.