Who painted Sermon on the Mount?

Sermon on the Mount was painted by Jacques Callot in 1635.

Where can I see Sermon on the Mount?

Sermon on the Mount is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Sermon on the Mount?

Sermon on the Mount is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Sermon on the Mount?

Museum-quality prints of Sermon on the Mount are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Sermon on the Mount

Jacques Callot , 1635

Sermon on the Mount is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1635, Sermon on the Mount is an etching on laid paper by Jacques Callot, a French printmaker active in the Baroque period. The work measures the biblical episode of Jesus delivering his teachings on a hill, rendered in a composition that balances narrative clarity with a tranquil atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The image presents Jesus at the center of a gentle slope, surrounded by a diverse assemblage of listeners. The figures are engaged in attentive posture, emphasizing the didactic nature of the sermon rather than any dramatic action, and reflecting Callot’s interest in portraying religious moments as communal experiences.

Technique & Style

Callot employs fine, closely spaced lines to model forms and suggest depth, allowing subtle gradations of light across the landscape. The etched figures display individualized facial expressions and gestures, lending a sense of realism that anticipates the intimate approach later seen in the etchings of Rembrandt.

History & Provenance

Part of Callot’s prolific output, over 1,400 etchings, this print illustrates his broader engagement with both sacred and secular subjects. While many of his works circulated widely in the 17th‑century print market, specific ownership records for this particular plate remain limited, typical of prints that were reproduced for a broad audience.

Context

Produced in the Duchy of Lorraine, the print reflects the Baroque era’s fascination with dramatic narrative combined with detailed observation. Callot’s oeuvre includes battle scenes, genre vignettes, and religious tableaux, situating Sermon on the Mount within a body of work that documented contemporary life and spiritual themes alike.

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Artist

Jacques Callot

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…