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King and Queen in Consultation about the Turks

Jacques Callot

1612

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

King and Queen in Consultation about the Turks 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 shows a king and queen standing with courtiers around them. The king wears a hat and a long coat, while the queen sits on a chair with a heavy curtain behind her. Soldiers stand in the background, and a table holds wine flasks and a lute. The scene looks busy and dramatic, with lots of detail in the clothing and faces. Notice how the artist used sharp lines and shadows to create depth. The faces are expressive, and the setting feels tense, like a big decision is being made. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Callot made these precise prints.