The Enrollment of the Troops

c. 1614

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image features three figures in a detailed sketch, each depicted from full body. The center person stands with their arm extended forward. This individual has mid-length, wavy hair and wears a textured outfit with knee-high trousers, a belted waist, a feathered accessory, and a sword. To the right, another person faces sideways and seems to be in motion. This figure wears a detailed costume with a feathered hat and intricate patterns on their attire. To the left, there is a partial depiction of a third person wearing elaborate clothing, including a coat with decorative buttons and a feathered hat. The background is plain.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 21 x 28.8 cm (8 1/4 x 11 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 25.1 x 32.2 cm (9 7/8 x 12 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.42.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 164, State only

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

Q74073818

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