The Crucifixion

c. 1624/1625

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene. There is a cross at the center bearing a figure, flanked by two other crosses with figures. Surrounding this central trio are gathered figures, including mounted riders, soldiers with spears, and onlookers. Above the central cross is a sign with "INRI," with clouds and rays adding to the scene. The detailed lines and varied postures add depth to the drawing.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 7.5 × 5.7 cm (2 15/16 × 2 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.47

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 548, State i/ii

  • Series Title

    The Small Passion [Lieure 537-548]

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1924

  • Lieure, J. Jacques Callot. 5 vols. Paris: Editions de la Gazette des Beaux Arts, 1924-1927. Reprint. 8 vols. New York: Collectors' Editions, 1969.

Wikidata ID

Q65074182

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