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The Entry into Jerusalem

Jacques Callot

1635

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Entry into Jerusalem is a 1635 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1635 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a crowded scene with a large group of people gathered in front of a city. Palm trees line the path, and some figures are riding on animals. The crowd looks busy, with people dressed in robes and some holding staffs or branches. In the background, buildings with domes and spires rise, and a tall obelisk stands out. The artist packed many small details into the scene, like the way some figures reach upward or lean forward. The lines are sharp and full of movement, making the scene feel energetic. This is made using etching, a technique where the artist scratches into a metal plate to create the image.