Dancers with Flute and Tambourine

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of two figures in fantastical costumes playing instruments. The image portrays two figures wearing ornate, patterned clothing. One figure holds a small drum or tambourine-like instrument and poses with one leg lifted, while the other figure appears to be playing a wind instrument similar to a flute or pipe. Both figures display energetic gestures. The background is minimal, emphasizing the figures. The costumes and lines contribute to the lively feel of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.5 × 8.4 cm (2 3/16 × 3 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 9.5 × 12.7 cm (3 3/4 × 5 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1949.5.181

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 460, 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

Q65074646

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