Who painted The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation?

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation was painted by Jacques Callot in 1634.

Where can I see The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation?

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation?

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation

Jacques Callot , 1634

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1963.214.6
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. A. Dean Perry in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Belden Greene

About this work

Overview

The Life of the Virgin: The Visitation is a print by Jacques Callot, dated to around 1634, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene encounter between two women, likely representing the Visitation scene from the Life of the Virgin.

Technique & Style

Notable for its calm atmosphere, the work diverges from Callot's typical dramatic and detailed etchings, suggesting the use of nuanced techniques to convey subtle emotions.

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…