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Raising of Lazarus

Jacques Callot

1635

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Raising of Lazarus is a 1635 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1635 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In the image, a group of people are gathered around a man lying on the ground. The man is covered with a cloth, and his body appears to be lifeless. The people surrounding him seem to be in a state of shock and grief, with some of them covering their faces or looking away. The scene is set in a dark and somber environment, with the only light coming from an unknown source in the background. The atmosphere is one of sadness and mourning, and the overall mood is somber and reflective. The image appears to be an allegory, representing a moment of great emotional significance. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.