Recruitment of Troops

c. 1633

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a military formation and encampment scene outside of a fortified structure. The image depicts a large group of soldiers with spears and banners marching in formation near a fortified city wall, characterized by its towers and battlements. The soldiers are organized and appear disciplined, advancing with purpose. In the foreground, a group of officers or soldiers is gathered around a table under a large tree. The scene includes military tents in the background. Beneath the scene, there is text in French.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8.3 × 18.1 cm (3 1/4 × 7 1/8 in.)
    sheet: 13.5 × 24.3 cm (5 5/16 × 9 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.767

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1340, State ii/iii

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

Q65509668

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