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The Temptation of Saint Anthony [first version], by Jacques Callot, ink, 1617

The Temptation of Saint Anthony [first version]

Jacques Callot

1617

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Temptation of Saint Anthony [first version] is a 1617 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1617 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting is a dark, detailed scene with many figures. There are demons and monsters, some of them are attacking people. The painting is divided into two parts, and it looks like it's been damaged in some way. The artist has used a lot of detail to create a sense of chaos and confusion. There are many different textures and patterns, which add to the overall feeling of the painting. The use of dark colors and shadows creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacques Callot
Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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