Noah's Ark
1628
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jacques Callot
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Noah's Ark is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a wooden ark, its roof and walls made of vertical planks, floating on turbulent waters. A bird flies above, carrying a branch in its beak. The ark is detailed with a small window and a door, while the surrounding sea is rendered in dynamic, wavy lines. The sky above is filled with clouds and a sunbeam. The intricate details and textures in this etching showcase the artist's skill. To learn more about the techniques used to create such detailed works, explore the technique of etching.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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