The Betrayal

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a black and white ink drawing showing several figures in a dynamic and chaotic scene. The background features architectural elements and trees. The figures seem to be engaged in some kind of interaction, with banners and spears adding movement to the composition. Wind-swept trees are depicted on the right side. The use of lines creates texture and depth, evoking a sense of action and tumult often seen in Baroque period art.