1622
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Noble Man with Mantle Trimmed in Fur, Holding his Hands Behind his Back is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a tall, broad-shouldered man in heavy fur-trimmed clothes, his cape draped over one arm. His face is half-hidden by a wide-brimmed hat, and he stands with his hands tucked behind his back. In the background, a small town unfolds with people, horses, and simple buildings. Notice how the artist used quick, sketchy lines to show texture—fur, fabric, even the rough ground. The scene feels busy but controlled, like a snapshot of daily life with a touch of drama. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists like Callot carved images into metal plates.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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