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Meeting of Margaret of Austria and Philip III

Jacques Callot

1612

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Meeting of Margaret of Austria and Philip III 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 depicts a formal meeting between Margaret of Austria and Philip III. The scene is set in a grand room with a high ceiling, and the two figures are dressed in elaborate attire. Margaret, on the right, wears a long dress and a cloak, while Philip, on the left, is dressed in a suit of armor and a cloak. The artist, Jacques Callot, has used fine lines and delicate shading to create a sense of depth and texture in the image. The figures are arranged in a formal composition, with Margaret and Philip standing on either side of a central axis. The level of detail and realism in this etching is impressive, and it's a great example of the Baroque style. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the work of artist Callot, Jacques.