Skirmish in a Roman Circus

c. 1622

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image depicts a chaotic scene in an arena. In the foreground, a large dramatic figure gestures upwards. Surrounding figures engage in frenzied activity, some wielding weapons or holding shields. The background features architectural elements and a coliseum-like structure. The illustration emphasizes dynamic and dramatic qualities through the use of line and shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.3 × 7.5 cm (2 1/16 × 2 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 7.5 × 9 cm (2 15/16 × 3 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.489

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 470, 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

Q65509369

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