1634
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Martyrdom of Saint James Minor is a 1634 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a dramatic scene of martyrdom, with Saint James Minor at its center. The saint is shown being attacked by a group of people, while others look on in the background. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a man is shown holding a sword and preparing to strike the saint. Another figure is shown trying to intervene, while a dog looks on. The overall mood of the painting is one of chaos and violence. This painting is an example of the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, look up the Baroque movement.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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