Artwork preview

Sermon on the Mount

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of individuals seated on a natural landscape, with each person's full figure visible. The central figure is seated on a rock, gesturing with an outstretched arm towards the group, which is positioned in a semicircle around them. This central figure has a halo behind their head. The individuals around them also have halos. All individuals wear long robes and have bearded faces. The setting includes trees and rocky, hilly terrain, suggesting an outdoor gathering in nature.

Artwork Details

Date
1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3505 × 2900 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original