One of the Infantry Combats

1616

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a historical spectacle in a crowded urban arena. The scene shows numerous figures engaged in what seems to be a choreographed battle or festivity, surrounded by a large audience on platforms with city architecture in the background. The composition captures the dynamic motion of the figures in the arena, with formations suggestive of mock combat and equestrian maneuvers. The assortment of figures and activities within the oval space suggests it could be depicting a grand celebration or reenactment. The intricate detailing of the buildings and crowd creates a vibrant and detailed portrayal of societal gathering from a bygone era.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 22.5 × 33 cm (8 7/8 × 13 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1949.5.332

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 171


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

Q65075603

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