Christ before Caiaphas

c. 1624/1625

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of an urban architectural scene with classical buildings and structures. The drawing features various architectural elements, including intricate facades and details on buildings, columns, and figures holding spears. The composition includes distinct structures with complex textures, possibly towers or large residences, displaying timber work or stone facades. A flag with the letters "SPQR" is visible. The drawing emphasizes depth and perspective with detailed line work.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 8.3 × 6.7 cm (3 1/4 × 2 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.529

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 543, State i/ii

  • Series Title

    The Small Passion [Lieure 537-548]

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

Q65509411

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