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St. Mary of Snow; St. Memmius, Bishop; The Transfiguration; Sts. Justus and Pastor, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1634

St. Mary of Snow; St. Memmius, Bishop; The Transfiguration; Sts. Justus and Pastor

Jacques Callot

1634

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

St. Mary of Snow; St. Memmius, Bishop; The Transfiguration; Sts. Justus and Pastor is a 1634 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1634 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features four oval-shaped images, each with a unique scene. The top left image depicts a woman holding a baby, surrounded by buildings and a cloudy sky. The top right image shows a man in a long robe standing in front of buildings. The bottom left image features a group of people in various poses, with one person shining brightly. The bottom right image shows two men holding objects, with a group of people in the background. The images are detailed and feature a range of textures and shading. The overall effect is one of depth and dimensionality. This painting is characteristic of the Baroque movement, which is known for its dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacques Callot
Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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