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Title Page for "The Life of the Virgin in Emblems", by Jacques Callot, ink, 1628

Title Page for "The Life of the Virgin in Emblems"

Jacques Callot

1628

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Title Page for "The Life of the Virgin in Emblems" is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jacques Callot
When & what style?
1628 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a title page for "The Life of the Virgin in Emblems". The page is decorated with intricate designs and symbols, including a rosary and a cross. The text is written in Latin and includes the name of the artist, Jacques Callot. The page is filled with detailed engravings, showcasing Callot's skill as an etcher. The use of Latin text adds to the sense of formality and reverence, fitting for a religious-themed work. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Jacques Callot.

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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