Coins [plate 7]

c. 1629/1630

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of sixteen coins or medallions arranged in a grid. The image features intricately designed coins or medallions, each adorned with different symbolic and heraldic imagery, along with Latin inscriptions. Each medallion is positioned systematically in an orderly manner. The drawing gives a sense of regalia and historical significance. The detail suggests a focus on illustrating heraldic art and capturing the essence of different regions or sovereign entities. The artwork is likely detailed with consideration to historical accuracy and artistic finesse.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 29.6 × 21.8 cm (11 5/8 × 8 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1949.5.395

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 761-770

  • Series Title

    The Coins [Lieure 701-806]

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

Q65075970

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