«Il Solimano», atto V

Jacques Callot, 1620

This is a drawing of a chaotic and fiery scene in a city during a conflict. The artwork depicts buildings engulfed in flames, with dense clouds of smoke billowing up into the sky. In the foreground and throughout the street, groups of figures are engaged in frantic activity. The architecture of the buildings reflects an ornate and baroque style. The drawing includes intricate details like the dynamic motion of the figures and the stylized depiction of smoke and fire, contributing to the tension and urgency of the scene.

Artista: Jacques Callot
Datazione: 1620
Tipologia: Stampa
Tecnica: Acquaforte e bulino su carta vergata
Dimensioni: 20,8 × 28,6 cm
Collezione: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza: Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing of a chaotic and fiery scene in a city during a conflict. The artwork depicts buildings engulfed in flames, with dense clouds of smoke billowing up into the sky. In the foreground and throughout the street, groups of figures are engaged in frantic activity. The architecture of the buildings reflects an ornate and baroque style. The drawing includes intricate details like the dynamic motion of the figures and the stylized depiction of smoke and fire, contributing to the tension and urgency of the scene.

Jacques Callot