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Lionardo, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1619

Lionardo

Jacques Callot

1619

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Lionardo is a 1619 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1619 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

In the image, a man stands on the left, gesturing towards a pedestal with a bust on it. He wears a long robe and has short hair. To the right, three men sit on a bench, looking at the pedestal. The background is dark, with a wall featuring a large column and a decorative element above the pedestal. The scene is rendered in a detailed, high-contrast style, with intricate lines and shading. The overall mood is one of contemplation and reverence. This engraving is reminiscent of the work of artist Callot, Jacques.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacques Callot
Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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