Artwork
The Resurrection
The Resurrection is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1628 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Created circa 1628, The Resurrection is a print by French Baroque artist Jacques Callot. Executed in a combination of etching and engraving on laid paper, the work presents a dynamic composition that centers on a celestial figure emerging from clouds, surrounded by a group of men in varied, dramatic poses.
Subject & Meaning
The image portrays the moment of resurrection, with the central figure, identified by a staff and draped cloth, ascending from the heavens. Below, three men react in different ways, one appearing to be pulled downward, suggesting the tension between earthly struggle and divine intervention that the narrative seeks to convey.
Technique & Style
Callot’s method blends fine etched lines with deeper engraved strokes, producing a richly textured surface. The delicate cross-hatching creates subtle tonal variations, while the contrast of light and shadow heightens the dramatic atmosphere. The intricate background, rendered in cloud forms, demonstrates his skill in integrating detailed landscapes within narrative scenes.
History & Provenance
A native of the Duchy of Lorraine, Callot was a prolific printmaker whose output exceeded 1,400 works, ranging from military subjects to courtly and religious themes. The Resurrection belongs to his extensive series of devotional prints, reflecting his broader interest in combining storytelling with meticulous environmental detail.
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Artist
Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…
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