The Entry into Jerusalem

1635

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a procession in a historical or religious setting. The scene includes a crowd of figures along a path with palm trees. At the center, a figure is seated on a donkey or small horse, surrounded by others walking alongside and in front. The background features towers and arches, suggesting an ancient city. Some figures are kneeling or holding branches. The drawing emphasizes detailed line work and shading to convey depth and movement.

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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: 11.2 × 13.1 cm (4 7/16 × 5 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1977.23.9

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1425, 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

Q65570959

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