Two Palm Trees

1628

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows a low vantage point of an island with two prominent palm trees in the center and slightly to the left. The trees' fronds arch gracefully, almost touching, creating a canopy effect. In the distance is a horizon line with hills, sparse vegetation, and possible structures or trees. The scene is depicted using a monochromatic palette of fine lines with delicate brushstrokes, detailing the palm leaves and textured land. The water reflects the island, with parallel lines adding movement to the surface.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 6.3 × 8.3 cm (2 1/2 × 3 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1949.5.446

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 634, 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

Q65076236

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