The Burial of the Virgin

c. 1633/1634

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a group of figures gathered around a resting figure in an enclosed and rocky environment. The setting forms a natural arch above them, adding depth to the image. Heavenly light streams through the rocky arch, illuminating the scene below. Stylized clouds and winged figures are depicted above. The figures surrounding the central lying figure appear engaged in a reverent activity. Some figures have drapery and haloes, adding a sacred tone. The drawing is detailed with lines and shading emphasizing the environment and figures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 7 × 4.5 cm (2 3/4 × 1 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2162

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1368

  • Series Title

    The Life of the Virgin [Lieure 1357-1370]

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

Q64958627

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