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The Death of Judas

Jacques Callot

1634

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

The Death of Judas 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 etching depicts a somber scene, with a group of robed figures gathered around a tree. The central figure, Judas, is shown hanging from the tree branch, while others look on in a mixture of shock and grief. The scene is set against a backdrop of a building, with a large archway and columns. In the foreground, a figure points towards Judas, while others seem to be in discussion. The overall mood is one of sadness and contemplation, with the figures' facial expressions conveying a sense of sorrow and regret. The use of etching creates a sense of depth and texture, with the lines and shading adding to the emotional impact of the scene. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.