Il Solimano, Act IV

1620

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows an architectural perspective view of a city scene. The point of view is from a central position slightly elevated, providing access to both sides of the streets lined with buildings. The horizon is placed towards the upper third of the image, where the street leads to a distant architectural structure. The style of the work appears to be etching with detailed linework suggesting texture and depth in the stone architecture. Close to us, individuals in elaborate attire engage in various activities, suggesting a lively street scene. The color palette is monochromatic, relying on the dark strokes of the engraving and the lighter paper background to emphasize details and create a sense of depth. In the distance, the symmetry of the scene and diminishing detail create a sense of perspective leading the eye towards the vanishing point at the horizon.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (trimmed to plate mark): 20.2 × 28.2 cm (7 15/16 × 11 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1963.11.68

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 367, State only

  • Series Title

    Il Solimano [Lieure 363-368]


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

Q65509011

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