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The Large Miseries of War

Jacques Callot

1633

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque Baroque History Painting

Dominant colour

The Large Miseries of War is a 1633 by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1633 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a chaotic scene of war. On the left, a group of people—some holding a child, others looking scared—stand near a building. On the right, soldiers in armor fight, with weapons like swords and guns scattered on the ground. The middle is packed with broken tools, food, and bodies, all tangled together. The title at the top, *Les Miseres et les Malheurs de la Guerre*, means "The Large Miseries of War." It’s packed with tiny details, like the faces of the wounded or the way the soldiers’ armor looks heavy and real. If you like this style, look up Baroque next—it’s all about drama and strong contrasts.