The Martyrdom of Saint Simon

c. 1634/1635

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a theatrical scene with a crowd and an elevated platform. The image features an arena setting with multiple people gathered around. A platform stands in the center, showcasing a figure. Above the scene, a celestial figure appears amongst clouds. The drawing includes architectural elements like columns and statues, and detailed expressions and interactions of the figures present.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 7.1 × 4.5 cm (2 13/16 × 1 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 9.5 × 6.7 cm (3 3/4 × 2 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.823

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1396

  • Series Title

    The Martyrdoms of the Apostles [Lieure 1386-1401]

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

Q65509728

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