Peter Raising Tabitha

1608/1611

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a figure seated with a group gathered around. The central figure is elevated, seated on steps, with one arm extended outward towards the surrounding figures. The figures are arranged around the central figure, some sitting, some standing, in various poses. The style is reminiscent of classical or Renaissance art, with a strong use of line and shading. The setting appears architectural, with steps and columns. Above, a group of cherub-like figures is visible in the clouds.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 12.2 × 8.5 cm (4 13/16 × 3 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.270

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 37, State i/iii

  • Series Title

    Roman Pictures [Lieure 16-45]

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

Q65509156

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