Saint Basil Celebrating the Mass

1608/1611

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a group of robed figures in a domed chamber. Some figures are on steps leading to a raised platform. The room has tall columns and a chandelier with flames. The figures seem to be in a ceremonial activity, with one holding a book and another holding a staff. There are detailed linework on the garments and architecture, giving depth to the scene. In the background, more figures are passing by an open window showing a skyline. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates light and shadow contrast in the composition.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 11.5 × 7.3 cm (4 1/2 × 2 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.277

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 44, State i/ii

  • 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

Q65509165

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