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Willows by the Water's Edge, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1628

Willows by the Water's Edge

Jacques Callot

1628

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Willows by the Water's Edge is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

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

About this work

This etching depicts a serene landscape with a row of trees lining the edge of a body of water. The trees, mostly bare, stand in a line, with one larger tree on the right side of the image. The water's edge is visible at the bottom of the image, with the sky above. The image is rendered in a simple, yet effective style, with bold lines and minimal detail. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful scene. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Baroque movement, you can check out other artists who were active during this time period.

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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