Attack on a Coach

c. 1633

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows a horizontal view of a chaotic and dynamic scene of a robbery. The etching technique is used with detailed strokes, particularly in the depiction of trees and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, utilizing shades of black and white. A figure lies on the ground with a bag, while robbers on horseback and other figures engage in the robbery. In the distance, a covered wagon is being assailed by bandits, with trees surrounding the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8.2 × 18.5 cm (3 1/4 × 7 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 13.4 × 24.3 cm (5 1/4 × 9 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.773

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1346, 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

Q65509674

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