St. Maria Doloru; St. Stephen, Abbot; St. Apoloni; St. Timon

c. 1632/1635

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This drawing features four religious scenes in oval frames corresponding to specific dates in April: 1. "16 APRIL" shows a crucifixion scene. 2. "17 APRIL" depicts a religious figure distributing garments or blessings to kneeling figures. 3. "18 APRIL" shows a figure attacking another figure with a sword in a chaotic environment. 4. "19 APRIL" presents a saintly figure gesturing towards a marauding figure near a crucifixion scene. The drawing portrays religious themes and narratives with intricate detail and dynamic compositions.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 21.3 × 12.3 cm (8 3/8 × 4 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 25.4 × 16.2 cm (10 × 6 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.673

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 932-935, State ii/ii

  • Series Title

    The Calendar of Saints [Lieure 807-1295]

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

Q65509561

You may be interested in

Loading Results