Noble Woman with Large Collar

c. 1620/1623

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows a full-length illustration of a person standing in an upright position. The person's facial features are delicately etched, with a composed expression, and their hair is styled in a neat manner that frames the face and extends slightly past the ears. They are wearing an elaborate outfit typical of a historical style, featuring a full skirt with intricate patterns, a fitted bodice with puffed sleeves, and a large, detailed collar. The person appears to be holding a fan in one hand. In the background, there is a detailed scene depicting a landscape with several buildings, trees, and individuals engaging in various activities.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 15 × 10 cm (5 7/8 × 3 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 18.4 × 13 cm (7 1/4 × 5 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.542

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 556, State only

  • Series Title

    The Nobility of Lorraine [Lieure 549-560]

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

Q65509425

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