Mysteries of the Passion

c. 1631

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of six oval-shaped engravings depicting various scenes unfolding in historical or mythical settings. The images show intense and dynamic scenes of conflict, architecture, and gatherings, with groups of figures interacting energetically. The scenes are detailed within each oval, providing glimpses of narrative moments possibly from a larger story. The line work is intricate, and the composition of each oval creates continuity across the series.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5 × 18.5 cm (1 15/16 × 7 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 9.6 × 23.2 cm (3 3/4 × 9 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.620

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 679-684, 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

Q65509507

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