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Taking the Firing Position with the Musket

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three figures holding weapons. The image presents three different poses of a figure in period costume. Each figure appears in a distinct stance and holds a weapon. The figures are sketched using fine line work, portraying details of their clothing and hats with feathers. The background is plain, and lines of text are present at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1634/1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3472 × 2611 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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