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Mariotto

Jacques Callot

1619

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Mariotto 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

This image depicts a scene of violence, with a man being attacked by a group of armed individuals. The man, who appears to be naked, is being struck by multiple people wielding swords and clubs. In the background, there are several ships sailing on the water, and a few people standing on the shore. The engraving is done in a detailed and intricate style, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The overall mood of the image is one of chaos and brutality. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the work of Callot, Jacques, a master of Baroque engraving.