Two Women in Profile

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

There are two full-body figures in a plain setting. The figure on the left appears to be a woman, standing with her body turned slightly to the side, looking to her right. She has distinct facial features and her hair is styled or covered, hidden partially by a hat adorned with a feather. Her attire is elaborate, featuring a long, layered gown with a voluminous, detailed overskirt and a fitted top. She seems to wear a hat that completes her outfit. The figure on the right, possibly a man, faces the woman, holding a cane in one hand and appears to be wearing a simpler, longer coat with a wide-brimmed hat. He also carries an object, clutched close to his chest with the other arm. The background is plain, with no discernible features or objects, and the ground beneath them is marked with a few simple lines suggesting a surface or terrain without any specific detail.