Cap. Cerimonia and Siga. Lavinia

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of two fantastical figures in an outdoor setting. The figure on the left is labeled as "Cap. Cerimonia," and is depicted with human-like legs and arms, a buttoned outfit, a bird-like mask, and long pointed ears or hair extensions. The figure on the right is labeled as "Sig.a Lavinia," wearing an elegant gown and a feathered hat. In the background, there are groups of smaller figures engaged in various activities or socializing, with buildings and trees in the background. The drawing uses fine linework and shading to create a whimsical and theatrical scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 7 × 9.2 cm (2 3/4 × 3 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 9.4 × 10.9 cm (3 11/16 × 4 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.408

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 381

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

Q65509277

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