Baptism of the Prince of Spain

1612

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

The image shows multiple individuals gathered around a large basin. A man in ceremonial attire is holding an infant above the basin, with other individuals surrounding them. The people are dressed in elaborate historical clothing, with women wearing long dresses and men wearing cloaks and doublets. The background features draped curtains and columns, in a detailed crosshatch style suggesting it may be an engraving or etching.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 12.8 × 17.5 cm (5 1/16 × 6 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 13.7 × 18.5 cm (5 3/8 × 7 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.851

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 63, State ii/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

Q65509759

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