The Virgin Presents Jesus at the Temple

c. 1633/1634

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of an architectural interior depicting a ceremonial scene. The artwork features an interior of a grand, classical-style building with high, vaulted ceilings and ornate chandeliers. The architecture includes robust columns and niches containing statues draped in classic garb. In the gathering, figures in the foreground appear to be participating in or observing a central ceremonial event. There is a person holding items towards an altar or table. The gathering appears well-composed, with draped fabric and detailed carvings adding to the opulent and formal atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 6.7 × 4.4 cm (2 5/8 × 1 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 9.5 × 6.7 cm (3 3/4 × 2 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.791

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 1364

  • Series Title

    The Life of the Virgin [Lieure 1357-1370]

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

Q65509692

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