Il Solimano, Act V

1620

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a historical scene. The drawing depicts a city engulfed in turmoil and fire. The buildings line a broad street, and classical architecture is visible, with arches and columns. Figures are dispersed throughout the streets, depicting chaos and movement. Some figures are shown in combat, holding shields and weapons, while others appear to be fleeing or lying on the ground. The drawing is detailed, with intricate linework capturing the energy and intensity of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 20.7 × 25.3 cm (8 1/8 × 9 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.70

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 368, State only

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

Q65509067

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