The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St. Philip
1632
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Jacques Callot
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St. Philip is a 1632 by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a chaotic scene of violence and chaos. A group of people drag a man tied to a cross, while others watch or flee. Above them, a figure in robes floats in the sky, pointing downward. The background has buildings and a tower, but the focus is on the struggle below. The artist used sharp lines and dramatic contrasts to show the suffering. The floating figure might represent divine witness or judgment, but the exact meaning isn’t clear just from looking. If you like this style, check out Baroque art next.
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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