The Hanging
1633
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 Hanging is a 1633 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white scene shows a crowd gathered under a tree with many bodies hanging from its branches. Some people stand on ladders, others watch or talk nearby. A few figures on the ground appear to be dead or wounded, while others hold weapons or flags. The background has tents and more people in the distance. The text below warns about the fate of "wicked men," suggesting this isn’t just a battle—it’s a moral lesson. The artist used sharp lines to show both chaos and order. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Callot created such detailed prints.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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