Bello Sguardo and Coviello

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of two fantastical figures dancing. The two figures have elongated limbs and exaggerated anatomical features. Each figure is draped with a flowing, tattered garment that moves dramatically as they dance. Their poses are lively and dynamic. Both figures hold swords, and they appear to be engaged in a playful or ceremonial dance. In the background, smaller figures are gathered, possibly watching the main subjects. Some structures and a few bare trees are visible. The drawing is monochromatic, executed in black ink on paper.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 7 × 9.2 cm (2 3/4 × 3 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 10.2 × 12.6 cm (4 × 4 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1946.21.214

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 396

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

Q65074004

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