Grand Duchess at the Procession of the Young Girls

c. 1614

Jacques Callot

Associated Names
Jacques Callot

Artist, French, 1592 - 1635

This is a drawing of a grand ceremonial procession. It depicts a large crowd of figures gathered in an architectural setting with large columns and classical buildings in the background. The figures are dressed in elaborate garments with intricate patterns, fur, and ornate detailing. A central figure appears to be wearing a crown or headpiece. Surrounding this central figure are others who are engaged in conversation or looking towards the viewer. The detailing of the drapery and architectural elements is finely rendered, revealing careful attention to texture and form. The scene conveys a sense of regality and grandeur.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper [restrike]

  • Credit Line

    Transferred from The Library of Congress

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 71 × 46.5 cm (27 15/16 × 18 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.50.110

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lieure, no. 148, State (restrike)

  • Series Title

    The Life of Ferdinando de' Medici

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

Q74873517

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