Cap. Spessa Monti and Bagattino

1622 or later

French 17th Century

Associated Names
French 17th Century

Artist

Jacques Callot

Artist After, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of two figures in costume performing with a crowd in the background. The drawing depicts two characters in exaggerated theatrical costumes. The figure on the left is labeled "Cap. Spessa Monti" and wields a sword with a dramatic stance. The figure on the right is labeled "BaGattino" and strikes a comical pose with an amused expression. A group of smaller figures are shown in the background interacting with each other. The focus is on theatrical tradition, with detailed costumes and expressive body language.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 7.5 × 9.2 cm (2 15/16 × 3 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 8.4 × 10.1 cm (3 5/16 × 4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2192

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 388, State copy

  • Series Title

    Balli di Sfessania (set of 17 copies: 1943.3.2182-2198)

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

Q64953710