Who painted The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch?

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch was painted by Jacques Callot in 1623.

Where can I see The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch?

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch?

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch

Jacques Callot , 1623

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1623 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2008.34.17
Credit line: The Jane B. Tripp Charitable Lead Annuity Trust

About this work

Overview

The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is a print by Jacques Callot, dated to around 1623, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a figure walking with the aid of a single crutch, conveying a sense of hardship and struggle through the person's posture and attire. The worn clothing and limping gait evoke a raw, unvarnished portrayal of poverty.

Technique & Style

The print is characterized by sketchy, expressive lines that capture the dynamic movement of the figure, such as the flapping coat. The artist's focus on conveying the struggle and hardship of the subject is achieved through the economical use of line and gesture.

Old Beggar with One Crutch, Jacques Callot

Artist & collection

Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…