The Gardener
1628
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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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 Gardener is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, depicting Garden, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a man tending to plants. He's dressed in simple clothes and is focused on his work. This etching is interesting because it gives us a glimpse into everyday life in the 17th century, and the details in the gardener's face and clothes suggest a sense of quiet dedication. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of etching.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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