I giardini del palazzo di 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.
Artista
Jacques Callot
Datazione
1625
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte su carta vergata
Dimensioni
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 25,7 × 38,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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