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Two Turks

Jacques Callot

1622

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Two Turks is a 1622 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1622 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows two men dressed in long, flowing robes and turbans, with the one on the left holding a sword. They are depicted in a standing position, with the man on the right facing the other. The background is plain, with no other figures or objects visible. The men's clothing and headwear suggest a Middle Eastern or North African influence, and the sword held by the man on the left adds a sense of drama to the scene. The etching technique used to create the image gives it a detailed and intricate look. The artist's use of etching to create this image is noteworthy, as it allows for a high level of detail and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look into etching.