The Firing Squad

c. 1633

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows a military camp scene with soldiers and horses. The drawing features a vast military encampment with soldiers, some holding long rifles and others engaged in various activities. Horse-mounted figures are also present, along with a dog. In the background, there are hills with a fortress-like structure, tents, and artillery wheels. Smoke from cannon fire adds to the atmosphere. The scene portrays the organized chaos and anticipation of military preparations or campaigns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8 × 18.5 cm (3 1/8 × 7 5/16 in.)
    sheet (irreg.): 13.6 × 24.5 cm (5 3/8 × 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.777

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1350, State ii/iii

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

Q65509678

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