The Potbellied Man with the Tall Hat

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This illustration features a full-body depiction of a person standing upright. The individual is shown facing forward, with one arm resting on a cane and the other arm at their side. The person has distinctive facial features including a pronounced brow, a prominent nose, and a defined mustache. Their eyes appear focused and direct, and they have long hair flowing out from under a large, plumed hat. The person is wearing an outfit with puffed sleeves, a buttoned top, loose trousers, and sturdy shoes. A large sword is hanging from their side, and they are holding a cane. The background is plain, emphasizing the detailed linework of the character.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving//one of four prints on uncut sheet of Lorrainese paper (1949.5.259.a-d)

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.3 × 8.5 cm (2 1/2 × 3 3/8 in.)
    sheet: 18.9 × 27.7 cm (7 7/16 × 10 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1949.5.259.d

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 417, State i/ii

  • Series Title

    Varie Figure Gobbi [Lieure 279 & 407-426]

Associated Artworks

The image shows a cartoonish character in profile view, hunched over and leaning on a walking stick held in their right hand. They are taking a step forward with their left foot. The character has exaggerated facial features, including a large nose, prominent cheeks, and a slightly open mouth with a smirk. They wear a hat with a feather and loose-fitting clothing with buttons, and have a satchel or pouch draped over their front. The background is plain.

The Hunchback with a Cane

Jacques Callot

1622

This is a drawing of a figure doing a handstand. The figure is depicted as rotund, with exaggeratedly round form. The figure is in a handstand position with legs bent and arms supporting its weight. The figure is clothed in garments with horizontal lines, suggesting texture, and buttons can be observed on the sleeves. The lines are bold and confident, with thick outlines and visible crosshatching, giving the illustration a whimsical and cartoonish quality. The background is a plain, unadorned surface, focusing attention on the humorous posture and detailed costume of the figure.

The Drinker, Back View

Jacques Callot

1622

The image shows a full-body illustration of a person seen from the back. The individual stands upright with their back to the viewer, their head turned slightly to the right. The person has curly hair cascading down the neck and ears, and they are wearing a large hat with a wide brim. The attire consists of a puffed, buttoned shirt with pronounced sleeves and knee-length, puffed trousers. A sword hangs from their waist, slightly touching the ground. The background is a plain, textured surface with no distinct features.

The Hunchback with the Feathered Cap

Jacques Callot

1622

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1957

  • Jacques Callot, 1592-1635, Los Angeles County Museum, 1957, no. 111-131.

1975

  • Jacques Callot: Prints and Related Drawings, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1975, no. 111, repro.

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

Q65075239

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