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Peasant with Shovel on His Shoulder

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a side view perspective of a lone figure on the right side. The horizon is low in the image, above the bottom edge, with a faint outline of a landscape. The landscape has soft, undulating lines suggesting foliage or structures. The figure wears period attire with a hat, loose clothes, holds a walking stick, and rests a tool on his shoulder. The drawing technique is precise with sharp lines, reminiscent of engraving or etching. The color palette is monochromatic, with primarily off-white and black ink defining the elements. The simple style emphasizes the figure and the surrounding space.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1617
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3433 × 2402 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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