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Piazza SS. Annunziata, Florence
Piazza SS. Annunziata, Florence is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Piazza SS.
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Overview
Piazza SS. Annunziata, Florence is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot around 1622. It is one of over 1,400 prints produced by this French Baroque artist from the Duchy of Lorraine.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a bustling public square in Florence, capturing the architectural and social environment of the time. A statue stands at the center, surrounded by a crowd, while people go about their daily activities amidst the surrounding buildings.
Technique & Style
Callot's use of etching technique allows for detailed renderings of light and shadow, creating a three-dimensional effect. The artist's skillful handling of lines enables the clear depiction of individual figures and architectural details within a crowded scene.
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Artist
Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…
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