Bird Perched on a Thistle

1628

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image depicts a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. A bird is perched on a flower in the foreground. The horizon is positioned high in the composition, featuring hills and buildings in the distance. The drawing exhibits detailed, delicate line work, creating a monochromatic palette of black and cream. The simplicity of the drawing conveys a tranquil atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.3 × 8.4 cm (2 1/2 × 3 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 9.1 × 10.1 cm (3 9/16 × 4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.566

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 611, 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

Q65509451

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