The Massacre of the Innocents
1619
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
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 Massacre of the Innocents is a 1619 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a chaotic scene of violence and destruction. In the foreground, a group of people are being attacked and killed by soldiers, while others are fleeing in terror. The background features a cityscape with buildings and a distant landscape. The scene is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that create a sense of depth and texture. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds to the dramatic effect of the scene. The artist's use of etching and drypoint techniques creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition. For more on the artist who created this work, look up Callot, Jacques.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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