Second Intermezzo

1617

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of architectural ruins populated by strange figures. The ruins include arches, columns, and crumbling walls. Small figures are depicted engaging in various actions, possibly dancing or making dramatic gestures. Towers emit smoke or flames, adding a sense of movement. The overall atmosphere is chaotic and mysterious, blending architectural and supernatural elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper [restrike]

  • Credit Line

    Transferred from The Library of Congress

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 71 × 46.5 cm (27 15/16 × 18 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.50.125

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 186, State (restrike)

  • Series Title

    The Intermezzi

  • Volume Title

    Quadreria Medicea, vol.4 [1986.50.109-207]

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

Q74873628

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