Martino

1619

Jacques Callot after Antonio Tempesta

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

Antonio Tempesta

Artist After, Florentine, 1555 - 1630

This is a drawing of a historical scene. It depicts a group of armed soldiers surrounding and appearing to attack a fallen figure on the ground. The fallen figure is positioned prominently in the foreground, with an expression of anguish, arms raised defensively. The soldiers are holding swords and spears, wearing helmets and battle armor. Their stance and movement suggest intense action and a struggle. The drawing is in black and white, highlighting intricate line work typical of early engraving or etching techniques. Italicized writing is present at the bottom. The composition portrays chaos and conflict, capturing a dramatic moment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 13.2 × 8.2 cm (5 3/16 × 3 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.335

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 116

  • Series Title

    Miracles of Our Lady of the Annunciation, Florence

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

Q65509844

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