Artwork
The Entry into Jerusalem
The Entry into Jerusalem is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Entry into Jerusalem is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1635. It is one of over 1,400 etchings produced by the artist, a French printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts the biblical scene of Christ's arrival in Jerusalem, characterized by a crowded procession and palm trees lining the path. The detailed landscape and figures convey a sense of energy and movement.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Callot's skill with etching, a technique involving scratching a metal plate to create the image. The resulting lines are sharp and expressive, capturing the dynamism of the scene.
Context
The Entry into Jerusalem is part of Callot's extensive output of religious imagery, which coexisted with his documentation of contemporary life, including scenes of soldiers and courtly activity.
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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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