Soldiers Attacking Robbers

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a scene taking place inside a cave or archway. The composition features several figures engaged in combat or struggle with swords and dramatic gestures. The backdrop includes a cave opening, trees, and a landscape visible in the background. The lines are finely detailed to depict movement and tension. Shadows and textures are used effectively to create contrast and focus within the frame.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.3 × 7.2 cm (2 1/16 × 2 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 7.7 × 9.2 cm (3 1/16 × 3 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.454

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 435, State i/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

Q65509329

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