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Man Wrapped in His Mantle, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1617

Man Wrapped in His Mantle

Jacques Callot

1617

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Man Wrapped in His Mantle is a 1617 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1617 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows two men standing side by side, both wrapped in heavy capes that cover their heads. Their clothes look old-fashioned, with big sleeves and high collars. One man leans slightly forward, while the other stands straight but looks awkward, with one foot raised. The lines are scratchy and detailed, almost like they were drawn with a sharp tool. This style makes the fabric look thick and textured. Next, check out etching to see how artists like Callot made prints like this.

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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