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St. Mercury; St. Peter of Alexandria; St. Conrad; Sts. Barlaam and Josaphat

Jacques Callot

1634

ink

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

St. Mercury; St. Peter of Alexandria; St. Conrad; Sts. Barlaam and Josaphat 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

This image shows four small, oval-shaped etchings arranged in two rows. Each etching features a saint, identified by their name at the top of the oval. The first row includes St. Mercury, St. Peter of Alexandria, while the second row shows St. Conrad and Sts. Barlaam and Josaphat. The etchings are set against a beige background, with a subtle texture that suggests the use of laid paper. Upon closer inspection, you'll notice that each etching has a unique composition, with the saints depicted in various poses and settings. St. Mercury is shown standing, while St. Peter of Alexandria is kneeling. St. Conrad is depicted with a deer, and Sts. Barlaam and Josaphat are shown in a cave. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind these etchings, you might want to look up Jacques Callot, who was known for his work in the Baroque movement.