Meeting of Margaret of Austria and Philip III [recto]

1612

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows a historical scene with several people positioned within an intricately decorated room. The central figure, seated on a throne-like chair, appears to be a person of importance, like royalty, wearing a richly adorned dress and a large ruffled collar. Surrounding this figure are other individuals, standing and dressed in formal attire typical of the period, with high ruffled collars and elaborate sleeves. To the left, a man in a doublet and breeches walks holding his hat, and to the right, a woman holds a fan delicately. All the people in the scene have styled hair appropriate to the time period—tightly arranged and sometimes accented with tiaras or other adornments. In addition to the clothing, multiple individuals wear necklaces or brooches. The background shows a detailed interior with architectural elements, including decorative molding and wall features, contributing to the regal or ceremonial atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 13.9 × 17.1 cm (5 1/2 × 6 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.287.a

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 60, State i/iii

Associated Artworks

This is a drawing of a religious ceremony. The image depicts an interior with ornate architectural features such as arches and columns, where various figures are engaged in a solemn event. In the foreground, individuals are kneeling with clasped hands. Centered in the composition, a figure dressed in ceremonial robes is positioned as if leading the ceremony, holding an open book and making a gesture of blessing. Other figures are gathered around, some standing with instruments. The scene is richly detailed with intricate patterns on the attire and the interior setting, reflecting a formal, perhaps historic ritual.

Marriage of Margaret of Austria and Philip III [verso]

Jacques Callot

1612


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

Q65509038

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