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Noble Woman in Profile with her Hands in a Muff

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Noble Woman in Profile with her Hands in a Muff is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1622 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a noble woman in profile, her hands tucked into a muff. She wears a large dress with a fur-trimmed collar and a matching hat. In the background, a small town scene is visible, with people and buildings. The woman's clothing and hairstyle suggest she is from the upper class. The etching technique used to create this image is quite detailed, with fine lines and shading that give the scene depth. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.