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Beggar with Rosary

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-body sketch of a person standing. The individual is facing slightly towards the right and looking downward. The facial features include a prominent beard and long, unkempt hair that falls around the face. The person's clothing consists of a loose-fitting robe with a wider drape over the shoulders, an additional garment covering the legs, and visible striped stockings. The person is holding a broad-brimmed hat in one hand and around the neck hangs a long string of large beads. The background is unadorned, with only hints of shadow beneath the person's feet, emphasizing the figure with no additional context.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2677 × 4138 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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