Saint Philip

1631

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image depicts a full-length figure of a man standing upright. His position is frontal, with his body turned slightly to his left as he holds a large book open in his left hand, and a long staff topped with a small cross in his right hand. The man's facial features include a solemn expression, defined by detailed line work emphasizing his eyes and mouth, and he has shaggy, medium-length hair. He is wearing a long, flowing robe that appears heavy and layered, with ample fabric draping over his shoulders and arms. A halo-like circle surrounds his head. Barefoot, he stands prominently against a detailed background featuring architectural elements like tall buildings and statues, with small groups of people engaged in various activities.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 13.7 × 8.8 cm (5 3/8 × 3 7/16 in.)
    sheet: 19 × 13.8 cm (7 1/2 × 5 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.634

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1307, State ii/iii

  • Series Title

    The Large Apostles [Lieure 1297-1312]

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

Q65509522

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