Artwork
St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward
St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This etching on laid paper, created by French artist Jacques Callot around 1634, features four oval-shaped portraits of saints. The print is part of Callot's extensive oeuvre of over 1,400 etchings, showcasing his skill in combining intricate detail with narrative depth.
Subject & Meaning
The four saints depicted are St. Patrick, St. Gertrude, St. Gabriel, and St. Edward, each shown in a distinct environment. The varied settings and scenes surrounding the figures add to the visual interest and narrative complexity of the work.
Technique & Style
The etching demonstrates Callot's mastery of the medium, with intricate linework and detailed renderings of the saints and their surroundings. The use of different backgrounds and settings for each figure showcases Callot's ability to balance detail with composition.
History & Provenance
Created during Callot's later period, this print reflects his engagement with both sacred and secular themes, characteristic of his contributions to old master printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
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…
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