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The Hospital

Jacques Callot

1633

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Hospital is a 1633 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1633 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a busy street scene with old buildings and crumbling walls. People are walking, some carrying tools or carts, while others kneel or sit on the ground. A few look like they’re working, and one person is lying near the water’s edge. The buildings have arched doorways and broken roofs, giving a sense of wear and age. The artist used sharp lines to show every detail, from the folds in clothing to the texture of the buildings. This style was common in etchings, where the plate is scratched to create the image. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Callot made these precise, detailed prints.