Who painted The Carrying of the Cross?

The Carrying of the Cross was painted by Jacques Callot in 1618.

Where can I see The Carrying of the Cross?

The Carrying of the Cross is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Carrying of the Cross?

The Carrying of the Cross is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Carrying of the Cross

Jacques Callot , 1618

The Carrying of the Cross is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1618 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: Jac. Callot in. et Fe; lower center in plate: Quid Simon huic tentas onerj succedere, solus / Ille potest tantae pondera ferre crucis (O Simon, why are you tr

About this work

Overview

The Carrying of the Cross is a print by Jacques Callot, a French artist from the Duchy of Lorraine, created around 1618 using etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic scene from the biblical narrative, showing a large crowd surrounding a figure being carried on a cross, set against a cityscape with a hill in the background.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by intricate detail and fine lines, achieved through Callot's use of etching and engraving, creating a sense of depth and texture that draws the viewer into the scene.

Context

This work is part of Callot's extensive oeuvre of over 1,400 etchings, which documented various subjects including religious narratives, reflecting his engagement with the imagery of his time.

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…