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Lady with Wine Bottle, and Two Gentlemen

Lady with Wine Bottle, and Two Gentlemen is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Lady with Wine Bottle, and Two Gentlemen is an etching on laid paper created by French artist Jacques Callot around 1634. It is one of over 1,400 etchings produced during his career.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated woman holding a wine bottle, flanked by two men in elaborate hats, one holding a jug and the other appearing ready for a fight. The scene reflects Callot's interest in social interactions and character studies.
Technique & Style
The etching features scratchy lines, suggesting the artist applied significant pressure to the metal plate. The text at the bottom indicates it was printed with permission, bearing the inscription 'Cum Privilege Reg. Israel excudit'.
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Artist
Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…







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