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

Sermon on the Mount is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1635. It is one of over 1,400 etchings produced by the artist, a prominent figure in old master printmaking.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts the biblical scene of Jesus delivering the Sermon on the Mount, set against a detailed landscape background.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Callot's skill with etching, a technique involving scratching a design into a metal plate. Intricate lines and shading create depth in the image, demonstrating the artist's mastery of the medium.

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Artist & collection

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…