The Large Miseries of War: Distribution of Recompense

1633

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

The Large Miseries of War: Distribution of Recompense 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 painting shows a grand room with a large crowd of people. In the center, a figure sits on a throne-like chair, surrounded by others. The room is filled with people, some holding flags or banners, and there are archways and columns visible in the background. The scene is detailed and intricate, with many figures and objects to look at. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and texture in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.