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Pride (Vanity)

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching featuring a full-length view of a person in motion. The figure is turned slightly to the left, with one foot raised. They have delicate facial features, with finely drawn eyes and lips, as well as short, curly hair under a large headdress. The person wears a voluminous gown with puffy sleeves, an ornate collar, and holds a mirror in their left hand and a small object in their right hand. A peacock stands near their feet, and a winged creature holds a ribbon connected to the person's clothing. In the background is a plain surface with the word "Superbia" and the artist's signature "I. Callot" visible.

Artwork Details

Date
probably after 1621
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2594 × 3255 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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