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Ecce Homo

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a grand archway with a crowd of people gathered beneath it. The architectural structure depicted is an imposing two-story stone archway flanked by two identical rectangular towers with slanted roofs. Atop the arch, a group of carved figures in dramatic poses is positioned. The crowd below is dressed in flowing garments typical of classical or historical settings, with some figures raising their arms or wielding sticks. The linear, fine lines and attention to architectural detail suggest a meticulous rendering style typical of classical etchings.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1624/1625
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2533 × 3372 px
Public Domain
Yes
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