Standard Bearer

1621

Edouard Eckman after Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Edouard Eckman

Artist, Flemish, born c. 1600

Jacques Callot

Artist After, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a figure holding a large sword-like object, standing against a backdrop of chaos. The drawing depicts a figure from the back, holding what appears to be a massive sword or banner with an elaborate handle or decorative end, seemingly engaging with an unseen opponent. The foreground is filled with dynamic lines that suggest movement and action. The details include numerous smaller figures or shapes running around in the background amid what appears to be tall grass or reeds. The artistic style involves strong linear elements and a high contrast typical of woodcuts or engravings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 5.8 × 8.4 cm (2 5/16 × 3 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.236

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 255, State copy

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

2007

  • The Baroque Woodcut, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., 2007 - 2008

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

Q65508272

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