The Swineherd
1635
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
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 Swineherd is a 1635 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white scene shows a man herding pigs through a village. Trees and a church tower loom in the background, while people go about their day. The pigs wander freely, and the man holds a long stick, looking focused. The text below is in French and Latin, hinting this isn’t just a simple farm scene—it’s a story with a message. The artist used sharp lines to create drama in everyday life. Next, check out how etching works to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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