Where can I see The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco?

The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco?

The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco

The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco 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. The Assumption; St.

About this work

Overview

The Assumption; St. Roch; Salvator Mundi; St. Clare of Monte Falco is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot around 1634. It is a representative work of the French artist, known for his prolific output of over 1,400 etchings.

Subject & Meaning

The print features four distinct religious scenes arranged in a grid, depicting the Assumption, St. Roch, Salvator Mundi, and St. Clare of Monte Falco. Each scene is self-contained, yet together they showcase Callot's practice of combining multiple religious figures within a single composition.

Technique & Style

The etching is characterized by fine, detailed lines and shading that creates depth in the figures and backgrounds. The textured appearance of the paper is typical of older prints. Callot's use of etching allowed for sharp, precise lines, demonstrating his technical skill.