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The Grain Weighers

Jacques Callot

1610

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Grain Weighers is a 1610 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1610 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a bustling street scene with many people. They are gathered around a large scale, with grain being weighed. In the background, there are buildings and a horse. The people are dressed in simple clothing, and some are carrying baskets or bags. The atmosphere appears to be one of activity and commerce. The engraving is detailed, with intricate lines and textures. The use of cross-hatching creates depth and shading, adding to the overall sense of realism. The scene is set in a specific time and place, with the architecture and clothing suggesting a European setting in the early 17th century. The artist's use of engraving and cross-hatching techniques creates a sense of detail and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look into the work of Callot, Jacques.