The Wheel

c. 1633

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a public execution scene. The artwork depicts a detailed scene of a public execution taking place on a wooden scaffolding structure, with onlookers gathered around. The gallows is at the center, elevated to allow the crowd to witness the event. The drawing includes architectural elements like towers and buildings in the background, as well as the attire and weapons of the spectators. The line work and composition convey a sense of activity and anticipation among the crowd.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8.3 × 18.5 cm (3 1/4 × 7 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 13.5 × 24.1 cm (5 5/16 × 9 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.779

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1352, 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

Q65509680

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