Who painted The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging?

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging was painted by Jacques Callot in 1633.

Where can I see The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging?

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging?

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging

Jacques Callot , 1633

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1633 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1923.277.10
Credit line: Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund

About this work

Overview

The Large Miseries of War: The Hanging is a print by Jacques Callot, created in 1633, and is part of a series depicting the atrocities of war.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic war scene, with a large tree bearing hanged bodies looming over a crowd. A woman, overcome with grief, clutches a child, while soldiers march in the background, some carrying flags.

Technique & Style

The print showcases Callot's attention to detail, with intricate elements such as a man on a ladder and the woman's desperate expression.

History & Provenance

The print is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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…