The Marriage at Cana
1618
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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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 Marriage at Cana is a 1618 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a group of people gathered around a table with food and drink. One person at the center holds a glowing object, and a halo-like light shines above their head. Others stand or kneel nearby, some holding baskets or jars. The scene looks busy but orderly, with simple lines and shading. The glowing figure at the table is likely the focus—this kind of light often marks holy moments in religious art. The artist used sharp lines and dark shadows to create a dramatic effect. Next, look up etching to see how this technique works.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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