Sun and Rain

1628

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image features a close-up perspective looking towards the horizon in the distance. The horizon is visible across the middle of the composition, extending from left to right, with hilly landscapes and small structures sketched faintly in the distance. The brush technique resembles line drawing and etching, with distinct, fine lines used to create contours and textures, especially to depict clouds and rays of light. The overall color palette is monochromatic, focusing on black lines on a light background, which emphasizes the contrast and details within the image. Closest to us on the left side, there's a large, prominent cloud formation with vertical streaks that suggest rain or light, while the right side of the image features linear rays emanating from the sky, suggesting the presence of the sun.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.4 × 8.4 cm (2 1/2 × 3 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 8 × 10 cm (3 1/8 × 3 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.605

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 650, 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

Q65509492

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