Stoning of Jesus

1635

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of an architectural scene with multiple figures in an encounter. The drawing shows a large, classical architectural space with grand columns and vaulted arches. Within this structure, figures are interacting energetically, suggesting movement. They are dressed in long robes and some appear to be gesturing or throwing small objects. The scene is dynamic and tense, with figures arranged to guide the viewer's eye. The drawing features detailed line work capturing the architecture and expressive postures of the figures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Lubritz

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.9 × 8.5 cm (2 11/16 × 3 3/8 in.)
    sheet: 10.4 × 12.6 cm (4 1/8 × 4 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1977.23.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1423, State i/ii

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

Q65570955

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