Reception at Mantua

Jacques Callot, 1612

This is a drawing of a group of figures in elaborate Renaissance clothing in an outdoor scene. The individuals are engaged in conversation or greeting each other. Some are bowing or presenting themselves courteously. The background includes architectural elements. The drawing focuses on intricate lines capturing the texture of the fabric and the formality of their interaction.
Artista
Jacques Callot
Data
1612
Tipus
Print
Tècnica
etching on laid paper
Mides
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 13 × 18 cm
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

This is a drawing of a group of figures in elaborate Renaissance clothing in an outdoor scene. The individuals are engaged in conversation or greeting each other. Some are bowing or presenting themselves courteously. The background includes architectural elements. The drawing focuses on intricate lines capturing the texture of the fabric and the formality of their interaction.

Jacques Callot