Construction and Fortification of the Port of Livorno

c. 1614

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a historical scene showing architectural planning and construction. The image includes a noble figure sitting on a throne-like chair under a parasol, surrounded by other figures presenting plans or documents. In the background, workers are engaged in construction, with scaffolding and a partially-built stone structure visible. The scene suggests the planning and building of fortifications, with various people participating. The background also shows a detailed landscape with a fortress and more laborers working.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 22.5 × 30.3 cm (8 7/8 × 11 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 28.4 × 37 cm (11 3/16 × 14 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.342

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 150, State ii/ii

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

Q65509202

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