Le Parterre du palais de Nancy

Jacques Callot, 1625

The view of a formal garden within a palace courtyard is shown from an elevated perspective, giving a sense of looking down from a structure. The horizon line is high with buildings framing the garden and a distant landscape in the background. The engraving style is detailed with fine lines, capturing intricate designs. The color palette is monochromatic in sepia tones. Figures can be seen in the garden engaging in various activities. In the middle, there are symmetrical geometric and ornamental garden beds surrounded by pathways and statues.
Artiste
Jacques Callot
Datation
1625
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Eau-forte sur papier vergé
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 25,7 × 38,5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The view of a formal garden within a palace courtyard is shown from an elevated perspective, giving a sense of looking down from a structure. The horizon line is high with buildings framing the garden and a distant landscape in the background. The engraving style is detailed with fine lines, capturing intricate designs. The color palette is monochromatic in sepia tones. Figures can be seen in the garden engaging in various activities. In the middle, there are symmetrical geometric and ornamental garden beds surrounded by pathways and statues.

Jacques Callot