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Old Woman with Cats

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a seated woman in profile, facing left. She is sitting on a stool, with her upper body slightly bent forward, and she appears to be holding something. Her hair is covered by a headscarf that hangs down in loose strands. The woman is dressed in a long garment with ample fabric, suggesting a robe or dress with draping. Nearby, there is a small basket on the ground and a cat resting near her feet. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2678 × 4183 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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