The Drinker, Back View
1622
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Jacques Callot
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Drinker, Back View is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a person bent over, carrying a large bundle on their back. Their legs are spread apart, and they’re wearing baggy pants, boots, and a hat with a wide brim. The lines are scratchy and thick, giving the whole scene a rough, hurried feel. The artist used a technique that lets them carve directly into the metal plate, creating deep, textured lines. This made the image look almost like a sketch, but with a sharper edge. Look up etching to see how artists like this made prints before photography.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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