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Drill with Halberds

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three figures in elaborate costumes holding spears. The drawing features three figures that are ornately dressed, seemingly set in a historical or fantasy context, each holding long, slender spears or weapons. The attire includes puffed sleeves, decorative hats with feathers, and high boots. The figures are positioned across the image, each in a distinct pose. The background is plain, drawing attention to the detailed attire and the posed stance of the figures. The bottom of the drawing features a scripted phrase.

Artwork Details

Date
1634/1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3606 × 2750 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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