Officer, with Arm Extended, Front View
1622
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1622
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Officer, with Arm Extended, Front View is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a man in a long coat and boots, with his right arm extended and his left hand resting on his hip. He wears a hat and has curly hair. The man is shown in two poses, one facing forward and the other turned slightly to the side. The man's attire and posture suggest a sense of confidence and authority. His facial expression is neutral, with a slight hint of a smile. This etching is characteristic of the Baroque movement, which emphasized dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about the techniques used in this piece, explore the art of etching.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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