The Beggars: Beggar at Her Rosary

The Beggars: Beggar at Her Rosary

Jacques Callot

1623

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a long dress and head covering, holding a rosary in her hands. She is standing with her head bowed, looking down at the rosary. The woman's attire is simple, with a long-sleeved dress and a head covering that frames her face. The woman's posture conveys a sense of devotion and contemplation. Her hands are clasped together, holding the rosary, and her head is bowed in prayer. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet reflection and spirituality. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Jacques Callot, a French artist known for his Baroque style.

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