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The Marriage of Ferdinando and Christine of Lorraine

Jacques Callot

1614

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Marriage of Ferdinando and Christine of Lorraine is a 1614 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1614 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a group of 12 people dressed in old-fashioned clothes, standing in a line. The men wear ruffled collars, long coats, and some have beards. The women have big skirts, lace cuffs, and fancy hats. One man in the middle holds a book or paper, and another stands with his hand on his hip. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the clothes look textured. The scene feels busy but orderly, like a formal gathering. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.