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The Hospital

Jacques Callot

1633

ink

paper

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

The image shows a bustling street scene, with people gathered around a central figure. The scene is set in front of a large building, with a cart and other objects scattered about. The people are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and the atmosphere appears to be one of activity and energy. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered around a man who appears to be speaking or gesturing. Behind them, a cart is visible, along with other objects that are difficult to make out. The building in the background is large and imposing, with a grand entrance and ornate details. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artists who specialized in etching, such as Callot, Jacques.