Christ Crowned with Thorns

Jacques Callot, ca. 1618

This is a drawing of a courtyard scene with figures in period clothing. The sketch shows several figures in the center, some sitting, others standing with various armaments. To the right, there is an architectural element resembling a balcony with two figures. The drawing captures movement and interaction among the figures, with a focus on the group dynamic and narrative within the scene.

Kunstenaar: Jacques Callot
Datering: ca. 1618
Soort: Tekening
Techniek: red chalk on laid paper, indented with stylus, with the verso reddened for transfer
Afmetingen: overall (approximate): 10 × 21,8 cm
Collectie: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie: Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a drawing of a courtyard scene with figures in period clothing. The sketch shows several figures in the center, some sitting, others standing with various armaments. To the right, there is an architectural element resembling a balcony with two figures. The drawing captures movement and interaction among the figures, with a focus on the group dynamic and narrative within the scene.

Jacques Callot