The Martyrdom of Saint James Minor

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a classical architectural scene with a divine figure amidst clouds above. The drawing depicts a grand architectural space featuring columns and archways. Figures in robes and soldiers holding spears are present in the scene. At the top, a divine figure surrounded by clouds and rays of light is prominently displayed. In the foreground, a small dog and a group of people with distinctive poses further animate the setting. The overall style of this drawing creates an atmosphere reminiscent of classical narratives depicted in religious or historical contexts.