Saint Philip

Saint Philip

Jacques Callot

1631

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white image shows a robed figure holding a long staff topped with a cross. The person’s face is circled with a halo, and they’re adjusting their cloak with one hand. Behind them, a crowd of small, busy figures stands near a building with columns and statues. The artist used sharp lines to show fabric folds and shadows, giving the scene a dramatic feel. This is a religious print, likely showing a saint. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this.

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